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AstraZeneca’s Global Technical Operations (GTO) organization is seeking undergraduate and graduate students for multiple summer internship opportunities in 2027 at our Gaithersburg, MD and Frederick, MD sites.Interns will lead hands-on projects across biologics manufacturing, analytical science, technology transfer, digitalization and product lifecycle management, supported by experienced technical managers and cross-functional teams
GTO Internship Projects Include:
- Manufacturing Process & Technology: Process optimization, modeling and advanced biologics manufacturing technologies.
- Analytical Science & Laboratory Technology: Bioassays, analytical testing, method validation and laboratory automation.
- Data Science, Digitalization & AI: Data analytics, AI-enabled reporting, workflow automation and digital process twins.
- Technology Transfer & Validation: Technology transfer, shipping validation, comparative studies and platform approaches.
- Product Lifecycle & Risk Management: Product assessments, cost-of-goods analysis, risk reviews and commercial lifecycle management.
- Packaging & Product Technology: Packaging design specifications, standardization and product technology improvements.
- Advanced Manufacturing & Automation: Robotics, process analytical technology, manufacturing automation and emerging technologies.
Internship Experience:
Your summer with GTO will be an opportunity to learn, contribute and make an impact. You’ll take ownership of a meaningful project, work alongside experienced technical managers and teams, and gain first-hand experience of Biologics Operations at AstraZeneca. Along the way, you’ll build new skills, broaden your business understanding and professional network, and share your work and recommendations with the team.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or master's program, majoring in a relevant technical field such as engineering (mechanical, chemical, packaging, or bio), computer/data science, [bio]chemistry, biological sciences or a related discipline.
- Candidates must have a graduation date set after August 2027.
- US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
- This role will not be providing CPT letters.
- Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD or Frederick, MD 3-5 days a week, with lab-based roles requiring greater onsite reporting. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
- Frederick, MD interns must adhere to a June 7, 2027 start date.
- Strong academic performance and a genuine passion for technical operations and the pharmaceutical industry.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with an eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Compensation Range: $37-41.50/hr
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Date Posted
12-Nov-2026Closing Date
29-Nov-2026Our 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’s Global Technical Operations (GTO) organization is seeking undergraduate and graduate students for multiple summer internship opportunities in 2027 at our Gaithersburg, MD and Frederick, MD sites.Interns will lead hands-on projects across biologics manufacturing, analytical science, technology transfer, digitalization and product lifecycle management, supported by experienced technical managers and cross-functional teams
GTO Internship Projects Include:
- Manufacturing Process & Technology: Process optimization, modeling and advanced biologics manufacturing technologies.
- Analytical Science & Laboratory Technology: Bioassays, analytical testing, method validation and laboratory automation.
- Data Science, Digitalization & AI: Data analytics, AI-enabled reporting, workflow automation and digital process twins.
- Technology Transfer & Validation: Technology transfer, shipping validation, comparative studies and platform approaches.
- Product Lifecycle & Risk Management: Product assessments, cost-of-goods analysis, risk reviews and commercial lifecycle management.
- Packaging & Product Technology: Packaging design specifications, standardization and product technology improvements.
- Advanced Manufacturing & Automation: Robotics, process analytical technology, manufacturing automation and emerging technologies.
Internship Experience:
Your summer with GTO will be an opportunity to learn, contribute and make an impact. You’ll take ownership of a meaningful project, work alongside experienced technical managers and teams, and gain first-hand experience of Biologics Operations at AstraZeneca. Along the way, you’ll build new skills, broaden your business understanding and professional network, and share your work and recommendations with the team.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or master's program, majoring in a relevant technical field such as engineering (mechanical, chemical, packaging, or bio), computer/data science, [bio]chemistry, biological sciences or a related discipline.
- Candidates must have a graduation date set after August 2027.
- US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
- This role will not be providing CPT letters.
- Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD or Frederick, MD 3-5 days a week, with lab-based roles requiring greater onsite reporting. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
- Frederick, MD interns must adhere to a June 7, 2027 start date.
- Strong academic performance and a genuine passion for technical operations and the pharmaceutical industry.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with an eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Compensation Range: $37-41.50/hr
#EarlyTalent
Date Posted
12-Nov-2026Closing Date
29-Nov-2026Our 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.
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Tips for Your Technical Operations Engineer Internship Search
Apply months before the start date
Large employers open summer technical operations engineer internship applications the previous fall, often in September or October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check for new listings regularly so you catch both cycles and don't miss early-closing cohorts.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for technical operations engineer intern roles expect limited work history, so projects carry the weight your resume otherwise can't. Document two or three real examples, name the tools you used, and link to the work, whether that's a GitHub repository, a process improvement write-up, or a systems design case study.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts at the same time to widen your reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Technical operations engineer intern interviews typically include a systems or troubleshooting scenario, a scripting or automation exercise, or a process-analysis question. Practice answering out loud and walking through your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you land on the right answer.
Technical Operations Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a technical operations engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For technical operations engineer candidates, a documented portfolio of systems work, automation scripts, or process improvement projects gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a technical operations engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For technical operations engineer interns, what drives it is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early the return-offer conversation starts. The practical move is to perform as if the role is permanent while keeping your full-time search running in parallel.
When should I apply for technical operations engineer internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit for summer cohorts the preceding fall, so applications for June start dates often open in September and October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their actual start dates, which means openings appear year-round and checking regularly is worth the habit.
Are technical operations engineer internships paid?
Most professional technical operations engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so there is no single standard. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it, letting you compare opportunities directly before you apply.
What should a technical operations engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools used and link to the work, such as a GitHub repository, a published runbook, a process improvement case study, or a CAD or systems design portfolio. Add relevant coursework beneath your projects, and keep the whole document to one page.
Can international students get technical operations engineer 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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