2027 Intern - Process Development, Upstream

About the Role

We have an opportunity for a 2027 Intern - Process Development, Upstream to join our team at Catalent’s Madison, Wisconsin site. This internship offers hands-on experience in bioreactor operations, mammalian cell culture, and process development activities within a state-of-the-art biologics development and manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Support upstream process development through bioreactor operations, mammalian cell culture, aseptic techniques, and scale-down model execution.
• Execute laboratory studies, collect and analyze experimental data, and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with Good Documentation Practices and company procedures.
• Contribute to platform development, process characterization, and GPEx Lightning® cell line development initiatives.
• Assist with process automation, digitalization projects, laboratory equipment onboarding, maintenance, and operational support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in technical discussions, and help prepare reports, presentations, and data summaries.
• Promote laboratory excellence by following safety and quality standards, maintaining 5S organization, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctor of Philosophy degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for a 12-week summer internship.
• Highly self-motivated, organized, and capable of working effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to perform routine laboratory tasks with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated initiative and ownership in project work (preferred).
• Experience with aseptic techniques in laboratory settings, including work with mammalian or bacterial cells (preferred).
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively (preferred).
• Interest in platform development and process automation (preferred).
• Exposure to bioreactor automation and opportunities to enhance platform capabilities (preferred).

Benefits

• Defined career path with annual performance reviews and feedback process.
• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
• Competitive paid time off plus 8 paid holidays.
• Community engagement and green initiatives.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Shift: M-F 8am-5pm, Summer 2027
Location: Madison, WI (100% Onsite)