Quality and Compliance Specialist Internships
Quality and compliance specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in audit cycles, documentation, and regulatory review, mentorship from working quality and compliance specialists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with HDR, Boeing, and Moderna among the employers posting roles now.
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- Location:Rensselaer
- Req ID:R52018
- Contract:Full time
- Work Pattern:Onsite
The role
At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. Regeneron is currently seeking multiple 2027 Interns in Quality Assurance – Compliance & Quality Systems teams of Regeneron Industrial Operations and Product Supply (IOPS). Quality Assurance (QA) is the function that makes sure manufacturing processes are documented, controlled, and operating correctly — and that anything that goes wrong is investigated and fixed.
These positions offer the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.
When & where:
Location: Rensselaer / East Greenbush / Troy, NY
Timeframe: Our internship positions are full-time and onsite from May/June-August
Pay: Intern and Co-op pay ranges are determined by level of education (year in school) and degree program. The hourly rate range for these locations is: $17.90-$25.50 per hour.
What you'll do:
- Projects here involve analyzing deviation, exception, and quality-signal data (records of when something didn't go as expected) to find trends, and developing standard language, trackers, and templates that keep documentation consistent and audit-ready.
- You may help improve change management, annual product quality review, and other compliance processes, and support regulatory submissions, health authority information requests, and partner notifications.
- Many projects create practical tools and guides: job aids, reviewer's guides, and onboarding and training materials for QA reviewers and subject matter experts; harmonized compliance matrices and templates for medical device quality; and small business tools or dashboards (for example, to visualize change controls).
- These roles are often a mix of data work, technical writing, process mapping, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Lab work is none to minimal; these are largely desk-based roles, so strong organizational and communication skills matter a lot here.
Relevant majors: Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science/Information Technology, Statistics/Data Science, Supply Chain/Industrial Engineering
Let's find out if we're a fit:
- Demonstrated leadership in areas such as campus activities, clubs, sports, current or previous work, or within the community preferred
- Must be enrolled in, or accepted to, an academic program pursuing an Undergraduate or Graduate degree (and be returning to school the semester following the position or graduating after the position)
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.
Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process. If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.
Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.
As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.
For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.
- Location:Rensselaer
- Req ID:R52018
- Contract:Full time
- Work Pattern:Onsite
The role
At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. Regeneron is currently seeking multiple 2027 Interns in Quality Assurance – Compliance & Quality Systems teams of Regeneron Industrial Operations and Product Supply (IOPS). Quality Assurance (QA) is the function that makes sure manufacturing processes are documented, controlled, and operating correctly — and that anything that goes wrong is investigated and fixed.
These positions offer the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.
When & where:
Location: Rensselaer / East Greenbush / Troy, NY
Timeframe: Our internship positions are full-time and onsite from May/June-August
Pay: Intern and Co-op pay ranges are determined by level of education (year in school) and degree program. The hourly rate range for these locations is: $17.90-$25.50 per hour.
What you'll do:
- Projects here involve analyzing deviation, exception, and quality-signal data (records of when something didn't go as expected) to find trends, and developing standard language, trackers, and templates that keep documentation consistent and audit-ready.
- You may help improve change management, annual product quality review, and other compliance processes, and support regulatory submissions, health authority information requests, and partner notifications.
- Many projects create practical tools and guides: job aids, reviewer's guides, and onboarding and training materials for QA reviewers and subject matter experts; harmonized compliance matrices and templates for medical device quality; and small business tools or dashboards (for example, to visualize change controls).
- These roles are often a mix of data work, technical writing, process mapping, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Lab work is none to minimal; these are largely desk-based roles, so strong organizational and communication skills matter a lot here.
Relevant majors: Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science/Information Technology, Statistics/Data Science, Supply Chain/Industrial Engineering
Let's find out if we're a fit:
- Demonstrated leadership in areas such as campus activities, clubs, sports, current or previous work, or within the community preferred
- Must be enrolled in, or accepted to, an academic program pursuing an Undergraduate or Graduate degree (and be returning to school the semester following the position or graduating after the position)
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.
Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process. If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.
Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.
As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.
For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.
Quality and Compliance Specialist Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Quality and Compliance Specialist Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers with structured quality and compliance cohorts open summer applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so roles appear year-round. Build a rolling shortlist and check for new openings weekly rather than treating intern hiring as a single season.
Build a project portfolio before you start applying
Quality and compliance specialist intern recruiters want something concrete to assess. Document two or three class or independent projects as formal deliverables: an audit report, a corrective action plan, a gap analysis, or a standard operating procedure draft. Note the frameworks or tools you used and make the work viewable or attachable when applications ask for samples.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which quality and compliance employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many do not recruit on campus but do hire interns through their own listings.
Practice the actual quality and compliance specialist intern screen out loud
Quality and compliance specialist intern interviews often include a scenario or case exercise, such as walking through how you would identify a process nonconformance or draft a corrective action. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the conclusion you reach.
Target structured quality and compliance programs at larger employers
Many large manufacturers, healthcare systems, and regulated industries run rotational or cohort-based quality internship programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often convert at higher rates than ad hoc intern roles. Identify the programs that fit your target industry and get applications in during the first recruiting wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the quality and compliance specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles that don't fit your situation. Applying to roles you can actually take keeps your effort focused.
Quality and Compliance Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a quality and compliance specialist internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at this level. The concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a documented project portfolio showing audit reports, corrective action plans, or regulatory research you completed in class or independently. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a quality and compliance specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for quality and compliance specialist interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions happen so you can ask about timing mid-internship. Treat the offer as a possible outcome and perform accordingly, rather than counting on it from day one.
When should I apply for quality and compliance specialist internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, particularly those running structured compliance or quality cohorts, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often as early as September or October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single season keeps you ahead of rolling deadlines.
Are quality and compliance specialist internships paid?
Most professional quality and compliance specialist internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements are less common in regulated industries and are worth scrutinizing carefully before accepting.
What should a quality and compliance specialist internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For quality and compliance specialist candidates, that means audit reports, standard operating procedure drafts, corrective action summaries, or regulatory research papers, with the tools used (such as ISO documentation systems, Excel, or quality management software) and links or attachments where the work is viewable. Add relevant coursework and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote quality and compliance specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the quality and compliance specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see those openings before they close.
Can international students get quality and compliance specialist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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