Masters Intern - QA SM
At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.
Eli Lilly Kinsale Cork Internship 2027
Master Intern- QA SM
Positions: 1
Start date: March/April/May
Duration: 6 months
Salary: €30,500
Location: Lilly Dunderrow Kinsale
Type: 4 days onsite 1 day WFH
Course Eligibility: Msc in Science, Chemistry, Analytical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Science or similar
The Quality Assurance Masters Intern will support the Quality team in maintaining compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), company procedures, and regulatory requirements. This position provides hands on exposure to quality systems, documentation practices, manufacturing quality oversight, and continuous improvement activities within a regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment.
The Masters intern will work closely with Quality Assurance professionals and cross-functional partners to gain practical experience in quality operations while contributing to departmental objectives
Responsibilities:
Quality Systems Support
Assist with the management and organisation of quality documentation, including SOPs, records, reports, and controlled documents.
Support document reviews to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GMP requirements.
Assist in maintaining electronic quality systems and databases.
Operational Quality Support
Participate in routine quality activities and meetings.
Support review of manufacturing and laboratory documentation for completeness and compliance.
Assist with tracking quality metrics and preparing reports.
Investigations and Compliance
Provide administrative support for deviation, CAPA, change control, and investigation activities.
Assist in gathering data for quality investigations and analysis.
Support inspection readiness and audit preparation activities.
Continuous Improvement
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and process optimisation projects.
Assist with data collection, analysis, and presentation of findings.
Contribute ideas to enhance quality systems and operational efficiency.
General Responsibilities
Follow all applicable safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
Complete assigned training in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate records and documentation.
Perform additional duties or projects as assigned by the supervisor.
Additional Skills/ Preferences:
Strong academic performance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Previous experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
€ - €Full-time equivalent employees may also be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a pension plan; vacation benefits; eligibility for healthcare benefits; flexible benefits (if applicable) life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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