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Intern, Novato Supply Chain Operations

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
sick time
United States, California, Novato
Mar 04, 2026
Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientificexpertisein understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, usinga number oftreatment modalities. Using our unparalleledexpertisein genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medicalneed. We enlist the best of the best - people with the right technicalexpertiseand a relentless drive to solve real problems - and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery,we'veproduced a diverse pipeline of commercial,clinicaland preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology andprovidean opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options. About Technical Operations BioMarin's Technical Operations groupis responsible forcreating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians,scientistsand support staff build and maintain BioMarin'scutting-edgemanufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, andprocurethe needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients. SUMMARY: The BioMarin Summer Internship Program will enable students to gain valuable experience and knowledge of the processes and systems within BioMarin, while gaining an insight into the pharmaceutical/biotech industry. Over the course of 10 -12 weeksour interns gain industry experience while working alongside our talented team on meaningful projects. The greater Supply Chain Operations (SCO) department is responsible for the site production planning and scheduling, operational readiness planning, warehouse operations, weigh and dispense operations, operational purchasing, Oracle recipe management, VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory), bulk drug shipping, as well as receipt, shipping, and transport of non-GMP supplies and materials. JOB DESCRIPTION/PROJECT: The SCO intern will support the entire Novato Supply Chain Operations department, with the primary task to drive the department forward with regard to performance (operational and financial) and innovation (new practices and technologies). A high level of initiative, energy and motivation are key requirements of success, as well as organizational skills. Areas of involvement will include the following: Creation and management of key performance indicators (KPI's) Daily management system process improvements Implementation and improvement of 5S programs Warehouse technology and innovation Required Skills: Understanding of basic commercial supply chain operations Proficient written and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders Proficiencyin Microsoft Office tools and applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Desired Skills: Ability to compile and interpret data for process optimization Proven ability to independently manage work, actions, and expectations Understanding and ability to work with Microsoft Power Platform tools (PowerBI, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot studio) Qualifications/Eligibility: CandidatepursuingaBachelor'sdegree in life sciences, business, supplu chain, operations management, or industrial engineering. Must be available to workfull time,40 hoursa week. Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program. Must be able torelocateif necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles. Benefits of a BioMarin Internship: Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences Comprehensive, value-added project(s) Develop skills specific to your major. Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business. Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches Corporate office amenitiessuch as:24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks Access to Employee Resource Groups Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated againston the basis ofdisability. In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $24 to $27 per hour, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.