Job Description

This Site Facilities Intern role in Cork, Ireland, supports a multinational pharmaceutical site's daily operations. You will help manage and gain hands-on experience in IFM (Integrated Facilities Management) and continuous improvement projects in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Role Overview

• Location: Cork, Ireland
• Duration: 6 - 9 Months (Full-Time)
• Department: Facilities & Site Services / Engineering
• Reporting to: Site Facilities Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Facility Audits & Inspections: Conduct routine site walk-throughs to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, and compliance issues across laboratories and manufacturing suites.
• Project Support: Assist the facilities and engineering teams with space planning, equipment upgrades, and vendor management.
• EHS & Compliance: Ensure all facility operations adhere strictly to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, environmental sustainability goals, and safety protocols.
• Data Management: Prepare and update facility metrics, KPI dashboards, and technical documentation using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Continuous Improvement: Participate projects to improve building efficiency and reduce operational downtime.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree (Level 8) in Facilities Management, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical), Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, EHS, Manufacturing).
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen interest in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.

What You Will Learn

• Direct, hands-on insight into how a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing campus operates.
• Experience working with global teams and industry-standard maintenance software.
• Mentorship from seasoned engineering and facility management professionals.

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