Intern, Device & Packaging Technologies

Company: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Location: Novato
Posted on: January 8, 2026

Job Description:

/PROJECT: Test Method Development and Validation for combination products such as prefilled syringes (break loose/glide force, override force, delivered volume) and autoinjectors (injection time, delivered volume) and an intraventricular access kit (leak pressure, tensile strength, and port fatigue testing) Literature review and statistical analysis of user capability data to inform design input requirements (such as dexterity, strength, etc.) Assist with Design Control documentation per CFR 21 Part 820 Assist with Root Cause Analysis for Product Complaints Required Skills: Basic laboratory techniques (sample preparation, measurements, data recording) Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Basic Data Analysis (distribution fitting, outlier determination, tolerance intervals) Ability to write clear and concise technical protocols and reports Desired Skills: Proficiency with statistical software such as Minitab or JMP Experience using universal test equipment (Instron, Zwick, etc) Experience Solid Modeling and 3D Printing Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 211 & 820 as well as current Good Documentation and Manufacturing Practices Qualifications/Eligibility: Student currently pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Bioengineering Must be available to work full time, 40 hours a week. Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program. Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles. Some positions will be open to remote interns, but employee must be within United States borders. Benefits of a BioMarin Internship: Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences Comprehensive, value-added project(s) Develop skills specific to your major. Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business. Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks Access to Employee Resource Groups Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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