Scientific Writing & Project Management Intern

We are looking for Junior and Masters-level students majoring in Biochemistry, biology, chemistry, bioengineering, data science, or a related field for a 12-week internship role at our site in Gaithersburg, MD from May 18 2026 to August 7 2026.

Position Description:

We are seeking an intern to support CMC-focused (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) due diligence projects with a clear emphasis on evaluating costs, resource needs, and timelines. The role centers on:

• Integrating AI predictive tools to estimate timelines, resourcing, and budget impacts; and assisting with manufacturing cost-of-goods analyses to inform valuation.
• Working cross-functionally with Biopharmaceutical Development (BPD) teams to consolidate inputs on headcount, vendor needs, funding requirements, and schedule risk, to produce concise, decision-ready summaries aligned to due diligence reports.
• Providing the intern with CMC project management training, including resourcing models, critical-path scheduling, and understanding governance decisions from due diligence.

Position Requirements:

• Junior and Masters-level students majoring in Biochemistry, biology, chemistry, bioengineering, data science, or a related field.
• Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026.
• Application development skills and proficiency in programming languages such as Python that can be applied to current company integrated software systems
• Data analysis and Programming experience such as conducting multi-variable analysis/modeling, and strong proficiency in ML, AI predictive tools and models required
• Visualization Tools such as PowerBI required
• Understanding of biological, antibodies, and complex data analysis required.
• CMC experience preferred
• Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design.
• Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026.
• US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
• Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD site 3-5 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
• Compensation range: $37-$41 per hour

Date Posted

14-Jan-2026

Closing Date

27-Jan-2026

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.