Intern – Supplier Quality Engineering

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

Position Objective

Provide advanced university students with the opportunity to develop practical experience in Supplier Quality Engineering by supporting supplier quality activities, process improvement initiatives, quality investigations, and compliance efforts within a regulated healthcare and manufacturing environment.

The intern will collaborate with internal departments and external suppliers to help ensure that materials, components, and services meet established quality, technical, and regulatory requirements.

Main Responsibilities

• Support Supplier Quality Engineers in the qualification, monitoring, and continuous improvement of suppliers.
• Assist with the preparation, review, and maintenance of supplier quality documentation, including specifications, quality agreements, inspection requirements, and technical records.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Materials, Regulatory, and other cross-functional teams.
• Assist with process analysis and continuous improvement initiatives related to supplier quality and supply chain performance.
• Perform data collection, analysis, reporting, and information management using tools such as advanced Excel, Power BI, SAP, and other applicable systems.
• Prepare presentations, dashboards, reports, and technical documentation for internal reviews and management updates.
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
• Ensure that assigned activities are performed in accordance with applicable quality systems, Good Documentation Practices, EHS requirements, and company procedures.

Qualifications

General Requirements:

Active university student (with at least 50% of study plan completed) in one of the following areas: Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Electromechanical, Electronic, Biomedical, Materials, IT, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, etc.)

Maintain active student status and insurance policies as required by law and company policies.

Intermediate to advanced English proficiency (B2).

Strong Microsoft Office skills (advanced Excel commonly required).

Ethical commitment, teamwork skills, initiative, adaptability, effective communication, organizational ability, and attention to detail.

Additional Information

Duration & Benefits:

Duration: 6 months with possible extension.

On site- Administrative Schedule.

Monthly financial incentive, transportation and meal support.

Professional mentorship, development of technical and soft skills, networking, and potential employment opportunities upon completion of the internship.

Participation in impactful projects and direct interaction with international teams. 

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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