R&D Internship (NPI/MPS Projects)

About the role

AbbVie is looking for an R&D intern in Heredia to develop both interpersonal and technical skills through collaboration on impactful projects. The internship supports product and process development projects (NPI and MPS) from the R&D function, including evaluation of new materials, products or processes and analysis and measurement methods.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate in process and product development for NPI (New Product Introductions) or MPS (Marketed Product Support) projects within the Development Sub-Team.
• Support laboratory activities related to R&D projects, product development and technical investigations.
• Develop and support equipment testing, validation and qualification.
• Assist with technical work on product design linked to regulatory agency responsibilities, and communicate test results to R&D engineers and team members.
• Help engineers with documentation for equipment assessments, qualification protocols, validation activities and reports.
• Support equipment lifecycle maintenance and organisation.
• Take part in change control, audits, CAPAs, complaint investigations, regulatory and marketing inquiries and other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Active university student (at least 80% of the study plan completed) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, biotechnology or a related degree.
• B2 English level or above.
• Strong interest in hands-on prototyping and experimentation, and ability to follow technical procedures.
• Ethical commitment, teamwork, initiative, adaptability, effective communication, organisation and attention to detail.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel commonly required).
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Basic data analysis abilities.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal skills.
• Desirable: experience with Minitab and SolidWorks.

What we offer

• 6-month internship with possible extension, on-site administrative schedule.
• Monthly financial incentive, transportation and meal support.
• Professional mentorship, skill development, networking and potential employment after completion.
• Direct interaction with international teams.