Summer Internships in Mt. Vernon, IN
Job Description:
At AstraZeneca, our purpose is to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. We believe the best way we can achieve this is to put science at the center of everything we do. It is this commitment that drives our ability to discover, develop and deliver the advancements the world needs in complex and difficult diseases like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.
The Internships at this site will run on a 10 week program schedule from May 18, 2026 – July 24th, 2026. This is a paid, full time (40 hours/week) position at the AstraZeneca manufacturing facility located at 4601 Highway 62 East in Mt. Vernon, IN.
Over the course of the summer, each intern will perform department specific day to day activities as assigned by their Mentor-Supervisor. Each intern will also be assigned a key project of which they will be responsible for leading, executing and reporting out on to Site Leadership and staff. Internship Mentors will guide and coach interns throughout the summer. Interns will also have the opportunity to job shadow and participate in various lunch and learns to gain a broad understanding of all functions at the Mt. Vernon site.
Roles at Mt. Vernon will fall under the following functional areas:
Business Operations
- Project Management Intern
Support cross-functional teams in planning, tracking, and delivering key site initiatives. Learn how to manage timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications. - Learning & Development Intern
Help design and deliver training programs that support employee growth and compliance. Gain exposure to instructional design, onboarding, and digital learning tools. - Supply Chain Intern
Contribute to the planning and coordination of materials, inventory, and logistics. Learn how medicines move from production to patients. - Finance Intern
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Gain hands-on experience with financial systems and decision-making processes.
Chemistry & Biology
- Quality Control Intern
Perform lab-based testing and support analytical methods to ensure product quality. Learn about Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and lab instrumentation. - Quality Compliance Intern
Support audits, documentation, and regulatory readiness activities. Learn how quality systems ensure patient safety and product integrity.
️ Engineering & Technology
- Operational Excellence Intern
Work on continuous improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma tools. Help identify ways to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. - Validation Intern
Assist in validating equipment, processes, and systems to meet regulatory standards. Learn how new technologies are qualified for production use. - Packaging Maintenance Intern
Support maintenance and troubleshooting of packaging equipment. Gain hands-on experience with mechanical systems and production lines. - Capital Engineering Intern
Contribute to the planning and execution of capital projects, including equipment upgrades and facility expansions. - Facilities Engineering Intern
Help maintain and improve building systems, including HVAC, utilities, and infrastructure. Learn how engineering supports a safe and efficient workplace. - Form Maintenance Intern
Assist with the upkeep and optimization of manufacturing forms and documentation systems used in production. - Information Technology Intern
Support IT systems and digital tools that power manufacturing operations. Gain experience in troubleshooting, data management, and user support. - Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Intern
Contribute to initiatives that promote a safe and sustainable workplace. Support risk assessments, audits, and environmental compliance efforts.
Individual roles' requirements vary, and the below are applicable to all:
Studying to complete Bachelor’s degree or higher in an area related to the role.
Candidates must have an expected graduation date set for after August 2026
Basic understanding of technical areas related to functional area of internship position.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa (e.g., CPT, H1-B, F-1 (OPT), TN, or other non-immigrant status).
This role will not be providing CPT or OPT letters of support.
Ability to report onsite to Mt. Vernon, IN 5 days a week.
This role will prioritize local applicants from the Greater Evansville Metro Area, but can support a limited amount of non-local candidates with temporary housing at University of Evansville.
Must have demonstrated ability to plan, implement, and achieve significant, complex goals and objectives.
Must have experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Date Posted
10-Oct-2025Closing Date
06-Nov-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.
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