Summer 2026 Intern – Upstream Processes

Job Description

About Company

Sanofi is an innovative global healthcare company that plays a crucial role in protecting people from infectious diseases and bringing hope to patients and their families. They deliver an immense scale of healthcare solutions, with 4.3 billion solutions annually and over 500 million vaccine doses each year. Their mission involves exploring new technologies across various countries to protect people and promote healthy communities, actively “chasing the miracles of science” to make a significant impact on millions of patients globally.

Sanofi emphasizes a culture of progress and extraordinary discovery, investing in their employees to foster growth, innovative thinking, and the development of pioneering solutions. They are committed to diversity and inclusion, operating as an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. They ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Sanofi strives to make its career center accessible and provides support for online applications.

Job Description: Summer 2026 Intern – Upstream Processes

The Summer 2026 Intern – Upstream Processes position is an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience within Sanofi’s Manufacturing & Supply teams, specifically with the Upstream Processes team. This role is located in Swiftwater, PA.

Role Purpose:
The intern will work closely with a Sanofi scientist and other department members. The aim is to facilitate knowledge sharing and competency development, encouraging individual growth within the field of upstream processes, particularly in fermentation.

Main Responsibilities:
The intern will contribute to several key areas:
• Providing technical contributions in the fermentation area, including troubleshooting and assisting with investigations necessary for project deliverables.
• Expanding data analyses of complex systems and learning to determine effective courses of action to resolve roadblocks.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge in technological advancements and regulatory trends pertinent to the area of expertise.
• Proposing applications of new technologies to existing platforms to enhance productivity, throughput, purity, quality, and/or compliance.

Basic Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering, health sciences, information technology, or other STEM-related field from an accredited college or university.
• Expected completion of their current degree by Spring of 2028.
• Must be enrolled in school during the semester following the internship/co-op with Sanofi.
• Ability to relocate to Swiftwater, PA, and commit to working 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, for the full duration of the co-op/internship.
• Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will also possess:
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the desire and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability in a changing and challenging environment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and analytical skills.
• A strong desire to learn about Pharmaceutical and Vaccine production.

Why Choose Sanofi (for this role):
Sanofi offers an enriching internship experience and a supportive environment:
• Opportunity to bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Endless opportunities to grow talent and drive career progression.
• A thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits, including high-quality healthcare, prevention, wellness programs, and parental leave.