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 will work within AbbVie's R&D Process Engineering group, focusing on the assessment and development of process technologies for long-acting injectables of small molecules. The role aims to develop robust processes for manufacturing small molecule Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and related products, providing interns with hands-on experience in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment.
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.
