Summer Intern- Chemistry

About Our 2021 Summer Internship Program

The Alcami Summer Intern Program is a paid 10-week program from May 17 – July 23, 2021. Alcami interns are provided hands-on work experience building upon knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Interns work side-by-side industry leaders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment who are passionate about being part of a team developing life-saving drugs around the world. The program concludes with individual presentations to Alcami leaders.

Position Summary

The 2021 Summer Intern- Chemistry Analyst will be responsible for completing all onboarding activities and providing feedback for process improvements. The intern will be trained on proper laboratory techniques and documentation in a GMP environment. The intern will maintain laboratory facilities, including organization of sample, disposal of laboratory/manufacturing waste, and 5s organizational activities. All interns will be trained on laboratory/manufacturing safety, are expected to maintain safety standards, and are to report safety observations according to company policy. In addition, the intern will be responsible for the following:

• Learning about the analysis and troubleshooting of wet chemistry techniques; UV, FTIR, TOC, Osmolaity, KF, AA, HPLC and GC. 
• Performing routine sample processing for required analytical methods.
• Performing basic analyses on raw materials.
• Learning about the maintenance of some analytical testing instruments.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organized work environment free from safety hazards.

Education and Requirements

• Enrolled in a 4-year college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology with a Chemistry Minor or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills required.
• Excellent detail orientation and organizational skills required.
• Excellent problem-solving and basic trouble-shooting ability required.
• Awareness or prior work experience in a GMP environment preferred.

Alcami Non-Negotiables

• Consistently demonstrates honesty and integrity through personal example.
• Follows all safety policies and leads by example a safety-first culture.
• Produces high-quality work product with a focus on first time right.
• Complies with the company code of conduct and policies and regulatory standards.

Alcami Core Leadership Competencies

• Thinks strategically. Quickly identifies and acts on opportunities. Considers the downstream impact. Seeks to understand the why. Focuses on work that matters.
• Develops organization and others. Takes ownership to develop self and others. Seeks out new opportunities and experiences for continuous learning.
• Acts decisively. Makes and acts on decisions quickly. Makes decisions with the customer and their patients in mind. Meets commitments with a sense of urgency. Seeks ways to be more efficient.
• Drives performance. Holds self and others accountable. Delivers results first time right. Never settles for the status quo. Willing to have tough conversations. Asks for feedback and takes action to improve.
• Passion for customers. Listens to understand. Asks the right questions. Gets to the heart of the matter and uses that insight to provide value.
• Works collaboratively. Seeks out the experience of others with the aim for better results. Open-minded regardless of where ideas originate. Flexible and easy to work with.

What to Expect

Candidates who are invited to interview will be contacted by Alcami Global Talent Acquisition to schedule a phone interview with a member of the Global Talent Acquisition team.  Candidates who are invited to progress in the interview process will be scheduled for an onsite face-to-face or a virtual, video interview with hiring managers. During the interview, you will be asked questions about your scientific and technical knowledge as well as behavioral-based questions.