Validation Intern MS&T

Job Description

Position Overview

An exciting internship opportunity has arisen within the MS&T Validation function at our state-of-the-art, single-use, multiproduct biotechnology facility in Dunboyne. The MS&T Validation Intern will support the validation team in cleaning validation execution, documentation, data review, and capacity improvement activities within a regulated GMP manufacturing environment.

This role will provide practical exposure to technology transfer, site validation activities, investigations, risk management processes, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration. Working under the guidance of experienced MS&T engineers and technical specialists, the intern will develop foundational knowledge of GMP, process validation, cleaning validation, and site operations.

What You Will Do

Bring energy, curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a collaborative mindset to support the following activities:

• Support cleaning validation and process validation activities, including documentation preparation, data collation, sample coordination, and report support.
• Assist with project activities, action tracking, documentation updates, and operational readiness tasks under supervision.
• Support technology transfer, new product introduction, and site validation activities by preparing information, capturing actions, and following up on assigned tasks.
• Contribute to investigations, risk assessments, and structured problem-solving activities by gathering data, performing basic analysis, and documenting observations.
• Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders across MS&T, Operations, Quality, Engineering, and supporting functions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including opportunities to improve ways of working, increase efficiency, and strengthen right-first-time execution.
• Develop familiarity with lean tools, data analysis approaches, GMP documentation practices, and validation lifecycle principles.
• Actively seek feedback, apply learning, and take ownership of personal development throughout the internship.
• Support an inclusive team culture where diverse perspectives, respectful collaboration, and continuous learning are encouraged.

What You Will Learn

• Practical application of GMP principles within a biologics manufacturing environment.
• Foundational knowledge of cleaning validation, process validation, and validation lifecycle management.
• How cross-functional teams work together to support manufacturing, quality, compliance, and technical readiness.
• Exposure to technology transfer, investigations, risk management, documentation practices, and continuous improvement tools.
• Experience working in a professional, regulated manufacturing support environment with opportunities to build technical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

About Our Team

The MS&T Validation team supports reliable, compliant biologics manufacturing through strong technical standards, validation lifecycle management, inspection readiness, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. The team is committed to developing talent, sharing knowledge, and creating an inclusive environment where people can learn, contribute, and grow.

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