Description

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Intern to join our Global Facilities and Engineering (GFE) Department located at our Ridgefield Campus. As an Intern, you will assist the Engineering team within GFE in directing and ensuring proper maintenance and operation of pilot manufacturing and chemical processing systems, facilities, and equipment though the design and creation of engineered system modifications. This may include preventative maintenance programs, inspections, system replacements, and budgetary requirements. In this position you will also provide technical assistance and guidance to key users and consult with outside contractors and vendors to ensure facility equipment is properly operated and maintained. You may also assist with the design and implementation of capital and maintenance projects, participate in the management and technical aspects of the projects including design, construction, and completion within budget.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees

This position offers an hourly rate of $20.00 - $33.00 USD commensurate to the level of degree program in which an applicant is actively enrolled. For an overview of our benefits please click here.

Duties & Responsibilities

Work with the Boehringer Ingelheim GFE department to provide engineering and project management for a wide variety of capital projects including facility, equipment, site and utility construction, renovation projects and documentation management.

Perform weekly check of assigned systems and revise engineering documentation as required (specifications, drawings, etc)Work with Engineers, Architects, Environmental Health and Safety, Designers and User Groups to support the development of project proposals, feasibility studies, design and detailed designsWork with external contractors and vendors to prepare quotes and estimates for on-going project work and facility modificationsAssist with engineering design through the development of Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Process Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) per process requirementsUnder supervision of lead engineer, perform data collection and basic statistical analysis on process design conditions in support of systems optimization and troubleshooting activityObtain experience developing and supporting pharmaceutical development projects, chemical process systems, site and facility utility systems, and GMP/GLP/GxP pharmaceutical regulations and practicesProvide support to develop new systems to ensure GxP compliance and plant operator safetyObtain experience performing evaluations and troubleshooting existing building utilities and control systemsWork is reviewed for adequacy and accuracy by facilities and project engineers as requiredRequirements

Requirements:

Must be a current undergraduate, graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standingStudent must be enrolled at a college or university for the duration of the internshipOverall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferredMajor or minor in related field of internshipUndergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or universityGraduate and Advanced Degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university

Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities:

Basic understanding of Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, and/or Process Engineering fundamentals through coursework and projectsSophomore level or higherStrong verbal and written communication skills requiredAbility to deal professionally with internal and external customers of various organizational levelsAbility to work effectively within a department team and members of same or higher organizational levelsStrong attention to detail and desire to learn topics outside of typical engineering disciplinesDemonstrated potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, and collaboration with others and independent thought.Strong computer skills with beginner level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPointBasic competency with AutoCADAbility to work effectively with minimal supervisionHands-on experience with mechanical/electrical/plumbing/chemical, management systemsKnowledge of GxP regulations and chemical processing

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)Must be 18 years of age or olderDesired Skills, Experience and Abilities

Who We Are:

At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth.

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Boehringer Ingelheim, including Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim USA, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Puerto Rico LLC and Boehringer Ingelheim Fremont, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; physical or psychiatric disability; veteran or military status; domestic violence victim status; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.