Internship - Automation Engineer

About the Department At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than years, we have led the way in diabetes care.

Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains.

Our newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton, NC sits on , square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment, and houses the Fermentation, Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisk’s innovative oral products.

At API, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do. At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career.

Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters. The Program At Novo Nordisk, interns will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced industry professionals and gain valuable, hands-on, full-time work experience.

For ten weeks, interns will be immersed in the environment of a global pharmaceutical company and contribute to the line of business by providing sustainable and meaningful project work.

Our internship program also includes instructor led trainings, a leadership engagement series, as well as insightful lunch and learns.

Program Start : May 19th, . Program End : July 25th, . Scope of Position The Automation Engineer Intern will play a key role in assisting the development and implementation of coding for industrial automation systems, while also contributing to drafting changes and maintaining documentation.

This role involves actively creating scripts and tools, integrating automation parts, and ensuring strict adherence to coding standards.

Additionally, the intern will be responsible for undertaking automation tasks such as data processing and testing, as well as identifying opportunities for improvements within the automation framework.

This internship offers a valuable hands-on experience, allowing the intern to actively contribute to the development and enhancement of industrial automation systems within a dynamic and innovative engineering environment.

Physical Requirements 0% overnight travel required. Depending upon area of assignment : If assigned to a manufacturing area, you must have the ability to work in confined spaces, near operating equipment, and work in loud noise environments with hearing protection If assigned to a support or office role, you must have the ability to work in an open office environment with extensive use of a computer keyboard,and frequent use of a telephone May occasionally move equipment and / or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions May require corrected vision to 20 / 30 Accountabilities Conduct research, gather, and analyze data, prepare and / or review documents, reports and / or presentations Learn and support relevant processes, standards, and policies Learn the practical application of cLEAN (LEAN) practices in a manufacturing context, including participating in and assisting with systematic problem solving Work with, observe, assist and / or collaborate with and learn from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) Apply and adhere to all Standard Operating Processes (SOPs), policies and environmental, health and safety requirements Support and learn processes, activities, relevant standards as assigned Meet and network with other interns Participate in team meetings Complete assigned trainings Qualifications Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Chemical Engineer, or a related discipline preferred Strong academic record with a preferred cumulative GPA of 3.

0 or higher Conscientious self-starter with good organizational skills, project management skills and attention to detail Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities, must be able to multi-task Strong interpersonal communication and ability to collaborate with teams;

must effectively operate independently, across functional lines, and with internal customers Demonstrated personal initiative, self-motivation, flexibility, adaptability and willingness to learn Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

At this time, Novo Nordisk is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future would require sponsorship for employment visa status.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world.

We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures.

We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in.

Together, we’re life changing. Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.