Job Description

This Engineering IPT Intern role in Cork, Ireland, supports a multinational pharmaceutical site's daily operations. You will help manage and gain hands-on experience in daily engineering activities and continuous improvement projects in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Role Overview

• Location: Cork, Ireland
• Duration: 6 - 9 Months
• Department: Vaccines IPT
• Reporting to: Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering 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 engineering & operations teams with equipment upgrades and vendor management.
• EHS & Compliance: Ensure all operations adhere strictly to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, environmental sustainability goals, and safety protocols.
• Data Management: Prepare and update engineering metrics, KPI dashboards, and technical documentation.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in projects to improve equipment efficiency and reduce operational downtime.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree (Level 8) in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical), 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 facility operates.
• Experience working with global teams and industry-standard maintenance software.
• Mentorship from seasoned engineering and manufacturing professionals.

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Required Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Clinical Research, Continuous Process Improvement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cross-Team Collaboration, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Global Team Collaboration, GMP Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Health Economics, Microsoft Office, Office Applications, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Safety Protocols, Teamwork, Technical Support {+ 1 more}

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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