2026 Future Talent Program - Manufacturing and Reliability Engineering Co-Op

Overview

The Future Talent Program features co-operative assignments that last up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Manufacturing & Supply Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

Under the guidance of Reliability, Maintenance and Utilities Engineers, the Manufacturing and Reliability Engineering Co-op will support the ongoing operation of Vaccine Manufacturing facilities and equipment as a member of the Engineering, Maintenance and Utilities (EMU) organization. Given the close interaction with actual Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) manufacturing, candidates need to be prepared to comply with GMP gowning restrictions for some of their activities (e.g. remove jewelry, remove make-up, remove false nails, etc.).

This is a full-time Co-Op position.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily equipment trouble shooting, technical, and mechanical support to the daily operations of vaccine manufacturing departments. Facilities will be in regular operation or will be in start-up mode.
• Interact with other production support groups (technology, automation, and quality) and capital project teams while completing assignments.
• Provide progress updates to mentor summarizing the status of the assignments.
• Work with assigned mentor to develop personal and professional skills.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs.
• Support utility (clean steam, water for injection, chilled water, tower water, glycol) and Air Handler Building Automation System (BAS) technical projects across multiple vaccine areas.
• Support equipment reliability projects and EMU West Point site initiatives across multiple vaccine areas.

Required Education, Experience and Skills

Preferred Experience and Skills

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Salary range

The salary range for this role is $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD

Job posting references and codes are included (e.g., MD2026, FTP2026, WE25, SHPE2025, NDiSTEM).

Required Skills

Building Automation Systems, Cloud Data Catalog, Data Analysis, Database Management, Data Science, Data Security, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Detail-Oriented, GMP Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Manufacturing, Manufacturing Support, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Metallurgy Science, Pharmaceutical Management, Production Support, Project Management, Python (Programming Language), Reliability Engineering, Software Proficiency, Technical Projects, Vendor Relationship Management

Preferred Skills

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Legal and Logistics

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only : Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) : We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. For more information about personal rights under U.S. EEO laws, visit the EEOC Know Your Rights and EEOC GINA Supplement links.

U.S. Hybrid Work Model : Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid schedule. Details vary by site and organization. This guidance does not apply to roles designated as remote.

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Employee Status : Intern / Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation : No relocation

VISA Sponsorship : No

Travel Requirements : 10%

Shift : Not Indicated

Valid Driving License : No

Hazardous Material(s) : N / A

Job Posting End Date : 11 / 3 / 2025

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