Job Description

Job Title: Automation Internship - Carlow

Location: Carlow

Carlow is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Automation Intern to join our Digital Manufacturing Operations (DMO) team. This exciting opportunity is designed to provide a structured and flexible development program, enabling you to gain hands-on experience in a cutting-edge, regulated manufacturing environment while contributing to impactful digital transformation initiatives.

As an intern, you will play a key role in supporting digital systems, data-driven decision-making, and operational excellence within our manufacturing processes. You will assist in developing, testing, and maintaining the automated and computerized systems that support the manufacturing site at Carlow. This role offers hands-on experience with automation technologies and software development practices in a dynamic work environment. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, gaining exposure to advanced technologies and industry best practices.

Our Mission

Our mission is to cultivate a diverse and talented workforce by providing recent graduates with a structured, flexible, and impactful development program that fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We are committed to aligning individual aspirations with organizational needs, ensuring that every intern not only contributes to our success but also thrives in their own career journey.

Key areas of intern work experience

• Assist in the day-to-day operational support of the manufacturing site.
• Support the administration of automated systems in a GMP environment.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to enable business continuity.
• Identify automation improvement opportunities.
• Use data analysis tools for the analysis of systems for improvement and system interrogation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using digital tools and analytics.
• Document automation processes and maintain technical documentation.
• Execute changes to systems following Standard Operating Procedures.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

What We're Looking For

Preferred Education

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in one of the following fields:

• Automation & Robotics
• Computer Science & Information Technology
• Software Engineering
• Mechatronics

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Automation systems.
• Familiarity with automation tools/software and frameworks.
• Understanding of electrical fundamentals of industrial control systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

 

What We Offer

Practical Experience: Gain hands-on experience by applying your academic knowledge to real-world manufacturing and digital challenges in a regulated environment.

Professional Development: Participate in training and mentoring programs tailored to your growth and career aspirations.

Mentorship Support: Be paired with an experienced mentor who will support your development and help guide your career journey.

Networking Opportunities: Build strong professional relationships and collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines.

Diversity & Inclusion: Work in an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

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Required Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Collaborative Development, Data Analysis, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Digital Manufacturing, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion (D&I), Document Management, GMP Compliance, Health Economics, Industrial Control System, Mentorship, Office Applications, Operational Excellence, Process Improvements, Professional Development, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Technical Support, Technical Training, Workload Prioritization

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

09/16/2026

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