2027 Future Talent Program - Discovery, Preclinical and Translational Medicine - Intern

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The Discovery, Preclinical and Translational Medicine (DPTM) Operations Intern will support laboratory and facility operations across West Point research and development organizations. This role provides exposure to laboratory operations, equipment lifecycle management, compliance programs, capital project execution, process improvement initiatives, and operational analytics that enable efficient, safe, and compliant research activities.

The intern will work closely with DPTM Operations personnel and cross-functional partners to identify opportunities to improve processes, analyze operational data, and support initiatives that enhance the scientist experience.

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  Support laboratory operations and facility management activities across research buildings

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  Assist with equipment lifecycle management activities including onboarding, inventory reviews, data quality improvements, and equipment decommissioning

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  Develop dashboards, metrics, and analytics to support operational decision-making

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  Participate in operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives

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  Support compliance-related programs, documentation reviews, and data integrity efforts

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  Assist with coordination and tracking of capital projects and facility improvement efforts

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  Collaborate with cross-functional partners including facilities, engineering, laboratory staff, and other support groups

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  Prepare presentations, reports, and executive summaries for operational reviews

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  Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve the effectiveness of laboratory support processes

The intern may support one or more strategic initiatives, including:

• Laboratory equipment lifecycle management

• Capital project planning and execution

• Compliance and audit readiness activities

• Operational metrics and dashboard development

• Stockroom and laboratory sustainability initiatives

• Process automation and digital transformation projects

• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Power Query, etc.)

• Interest in laboratory operations, compliance, facilities management, or project management

• Demonstrated leadership through academic, extracurricular, or work experiences

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• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Data Analytics, Business, Operations Management, or a related field

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative team environment

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