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Intern, Maintenance Coordinator

CompanyUltragenyx Pharmaceutical
LocationBedford
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
This role acts as the 'nerve center' for the maintenance department, focusing on accurate recording and documentation of daily maintenance activities within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Key tasks include tracking vendor documentation and proactively clearing paths for technicians to focus on their technical work while maintaining precise regulatory records.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$23 - $25
Company Size
1516
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Leading with purpose. Every day. “Ultragenyx was founded to advance innovative medicines for rare and ultrarare diseases that have never been treated before. We are delivering transformative therapies across multiple indications, and we have one of the most robust and diverse clinical pipelines in rare disease. Our focus is on doing the right things for patients both during development and commercialization to deliver on the promise of these therapies in a way that's meaningful for rare disease communities.” Emil D. Kakkis, M.D., Ph.D. Chief Executive Officer and President We have an inclusive culture of value and respect. Ultragenyx brings novel products to those living with rare and ultrarare diseases with a focus on debilitating genetic diseases. Founded in 2010, we have rapidly built a diverse portfolio of approved therapies and products aimed at diseases with a high unmet medical need for which many have no approved therapies. It takes courage, care, talent, and dedication to make a meaningful impact for those living with rare diseases, their families and the rare disease community. We put our people first, so they can take care of the rare disease community. We purposefully cultivate and nurture a dynamic, supportive work environment where we encourage every team member to share their new ideas and help us unlock more possibilities. Our team is made up of exceptional and diverse people with a strong passion and commitment to helping those living with rare diseases. By embracing generosity, curiosity, inclusion, and humility we are constantly learning together—fostering an environment that supports profound growth and fulfillment. If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career while having fun and growing professionally and personally, come join our team! Visit our community guidelines at: https://ultragenyx.co/community
About the Role
Why Join Us?
 
Be a hero for our rare disease patients
 
At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won’t go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them. 
 
Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.
 
If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team.

Position Summary:

ultraimpact – Make a difference for those who need it most

Are you a motivated self-starter looking to jumpstart your career in a professional, regulated environment? We are looking for a Maintenance Coordinator to join our team at the Bedford facility. This is a critical support role for our maintenance team. If you are someone who loves to stay organized, enjoys helping others succeed, and has a high level of personal integrity, we want to invest in your growth.

Work Model: 

Core Lab & Ops: This role typically requires that the majority of the work be conducted on-site and thus will be subject to certain on-site safety protocols during the pandemic.

Responsibilities:

In this role, you will be the "nerve center" for our maintenance department, ensuring that every bolt turned and inspection completed is documented correctly. Your main tasks will include:

  • CMMS Management: Accurate recording and documentation of the team’s daily maintenance activities in our Computerized Maintenance Management System.
  • Vendor Liaison: Tracking sub-contractor and vendor documentation. You will proactively reach out to suppliers to ensure all paperwork is submitted accurately and on time.
  • Operational Support: Identifying ways to "clear the path" for our technicians so they can focus on their technical work.
  • Compliance & Integrity: Maintaining precise records that meet our strict regulatory standards. Doing the job right—even when no one is looking—is our top priority.

Requirements:

  • Eager to Learn: You have a H.S. Diploma or equivalent and a genuine desire to develop professional skills in a technical industry.
  • A Self-Starter: You don’t wait to be told what to do next. You see a gap and you fill it.
  • Detail-Oriented: You understand that in a regulated environment, the job isn't finished until the paperwork is perfect.
  • Communicator: You are comfortable picking up the phone to follow up with vendors and can communicate clearly with the internal team.
    • This internship is a full-time (40 hours per week) and reporting on site, 5 days a week to 170 Middlesex Turnpike, Bedford, MA and will start in May 2026 for one year. 
    • Ideal candidates will be high school graduates, participants or recent graduates of a biotechnology certificate program or those working on an associates degree.

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

  • $23.00-$25.00 
  • The estimated hourly range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on the candidate’s school year/level.

 

 
Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits, including, but not limited to:
 
·         Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company
·         Volunteer days
·         Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings
·         Employee wellbeing benefits
·         Fitness reimbursement
·         Tuition sponsoring
·         Professional development plans
 
* Benefits vary by region and country

Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital and veteran status, and any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for all protected statuses or classifications protected by applicable law, including individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, for pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and based on sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, you may contact Talent Acquisition by emailing us at talentacquisition@ultragenyx.com.

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Note to External Recruiters: All candidate activity and open positions are managed strictly through our Human Resources Department. Our Human Resources Department kindly requests that recruiters not contact employees/hiring managers directly in an attempt to solicit business and present candidates. Please note that failure to comply with this request will be a factor in determining a professional relationship with our organization. Submission of unsolicited resumes prior to an agreement set in place between the Human Resources Department and the recruiting agency will not create any implied obligation.  Inquiries on developing a recruiting relationship with us, may be directed to: talentacquisition@ultragenyx.com.
Key Skills
CMMS ManagementDocumentationVendor LiaisonTracking Sub-contractor DocumentationOperational SupportRecord KeepingRegulatory ComplianceOrganizationCommunicationSelf-StarterDetail-Oriented
Categories
EngineeringAdministrativeScience & ResearchTrades
Benefits
Generous vacation timePublic holidays observed by the companyVolunteer daysLong term incentiveEmployee stock purchase plans or equivalent offeringsEmployee wellbeing benefitsFitness reimbursementTuition sponsoringProfessional development plans