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2025 R&D Process Engineering Intern
$58,656 - $98,000/Yr
AbbVie - North Chicago, IL
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Intern
North Chicago, IL
Chemical Manufacturing
About the position
The 2025 R&D Process Engineering Intern at AbbVie will work within the R&D Process Engineering group, focusing on the assessment and development of process technologies for long-acting injectables of small molecules. The intern will collaborate with various professionals to explore and develop novel technologies and processing methods, contributing to the manufacturing of small molecule Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and related products.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory experiments and process modeling to support process understanding and optimization.
- Address challenges in crystalline nanosuspension process development using expertise in thermodynamics and crystallization fundamentals.
- Author and/or review technical documents summarizing process development efforts.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to identify process challenges and communicate findings effectively.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a PhD in chemical engineering or a related field.
- Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship.
Nice-to-haves
- Expected graduation date between December 2025 - July 2026.
- Prior experience in long-acting injectable formulations and process development.
- Experience in small molecule crystallization.
- Familiarity with operation of chemical/biochemical process equipment and systems.
- Working knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC, PXRD, TGA/DSC, and microscopy.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Relocation support for eligible students.
- Select wellness benefits and paid holiday/sick time.
