Intern - Specification Creator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026. Qiagen scores B on the Alion truth index.
Overview
At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.
We’rededicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we'vegrown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’realways striving to identifytalented individuals to join our exceptional teams.
We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we'rejust getting started. If you'resomeone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.
At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.
Join us, grow with us, and together, let'sshape the future of biological discovery.
About the Role
Support a document control project focused on creating and standardizing raw material specifications. Working under the guidance of the Document Control team, you will review supplier documentation and develop internal specifications to support quality and manufacturing processes.
Your Tasks
- Review supplier documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (CoA), Technical Data Sheets (TDS), and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Create material specifications using company templates.
- Organize and track specification data in Excel.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to verify specification content.
- Support document review and implementation within the document management system.
- Identify opportunities to standardize requirements across similar materials.
Your profile
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Basic Chemistry/Biology Knowledge: Understanding of purity levels, chemical grades (e.g., USP, ACS, EP), and biological properties (e.g., endotoxin levels, sterility).
- Research Skills: Ability to cross-reference supplier documentation, internal manufacturing needs, and regulatory standards.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to interpret technical documentation.
- Effective written communication and technical writing skills.
The typical hourly rate for this position is $20/hour. Compensation will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors.
What we offer
Bonus/Commission
Local benefits
Referral Program
Volunteer Day
Internal Academy (QIALearn)
Employee Assistance Program
Hybrid work (conditional to your role)
Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.
QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.