Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of. 

Lonza AG presents an outstanding opportunity for a Student Internship in Pharmaceutical Development in Switzerland for 6-12 months at 80-100%. Lonza DPS is constantly expanding its capabilities and portfolio in the manufacturing of VI sets and meets the increasing demand for specialized VI sets for diverse products. The intern will support in the design, manufacturing and certification of VI test sets. The work will include the design and preparation of surrogate solutions, filling of units (e.g. vials, PFS, bags), imaging, spiking and verification of particle defects, creation of cosmetic defects (e.g. cracks, scratches), organizing and taking part in the certification of VI sets, as well as the corresponding documentation.  

Key responsibilities:

• Design and preparation of surrogate solutions
• Filling of units (e.g. vials, PFS, bags)
• Imaging, spiking and verification of particle defects
• Creation of cosmetic defects
• Coordinating and participating in the certification of VI sets
• Handling corresponding documentation

Key requirements:

• Matriculation or recent graduation from a university or technical college with a background in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, chemistry, biology, or related fields. 
• A very strong great teammate.  
• Flexibility, agility, and proactivity with a willingness to learn and complete complex tasks.
• Skill and enjoyment of manual work (e.g. handling tools to create scratches on glass or metal)
• Self-motivated with a strong passion for science and interest in pharmaceutical R&D. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficiency in English.
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of accuracy; ability to judge plausibility of results. 
• Lab work experience is a plus. 
• Candidates with a PhD (or equivalent experience) will not be considered for this position.  

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.  

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.