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Job Title:2027 Spring Co-op Site Management Operations

• Grade:Co-op

• Hiring Manager:Sammy Jo Boccadori

• Location:Waltham, MA

• Duration:6 months

About the Job

Looking to launch your career at the cutting edge of healthcare? Join Sanofi for a chance to develop with mentoring and guidance from inspirational leaders while helping to make an impact on the lives of countless people worldwide. As Spring Co-op in our Biologics Drug Product Development Group, you’ll support the US Vaccine R&D Site Operations team. In this role, you will work directly alongside Site Management Operations Leads to assist with day-to-day site activities, operational initiatives, and cross-functional projects across our US R&D facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing careers in pharmaceutical/biotech operations, life sciences, engineering, or related fields to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, GxP-regulated environment.

Ready to grow your skills while helping shape the future of healthcare? At Sanofi, you’ll be empowered to learn, ask questions, and bring your ideas to life – all while supported by inspiring mentors and collaborative teams.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities

Operational Support:

• Assist Site Management Operations Leads with tracking and coordinating ongoing site activities, action items, and deliverables.

• Support the preparation and maintenance of site operational dashboards, metrics, and KPI reports.

• Help monitor and follow up on open action items, corrective actions, and site commitments to ensure timely closure.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Collect, compile, and analyze operational data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.

• Prepare summaries, presentations, and reports for site leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Support the development and maintenance of tracking tools (Excel, SharePoint, Power BI, or equivalent platforms).

Process Documentation:

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process maps.

Project Coordination:

• Provide coordination support for site improvement initiatives, capital projects, and operational change management activities.

• Track project milestones, timelines, and resource needs; flag risks or delays to Operations Leads.

• Assist in preparing project charters, status updates, and stakeholder communications.

Facilities & Equipment Group Support:

• Assist with equipment maintenance tracking and scheduling, including coordination of planned and corrective maintenance activities.

• Support facility maintenance coordination by helping to organize work orders, maintenance requests, and follow-up actions.

• Help maintain equipment inventory and asset management records, ensuring accuracy and completeness of asset databases.

• Assist with facility compliance documentation, including calibration records, equipment qualification documentation, and regulatory readiness materials.

• Support preventive maintenance (PM) programs by tracking PM schedules, monitoring completion rates, and escalating overdue items to the Facilities and Equipment team.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Participate in cross-functional meetings with R&D, Engineering, Facilities, Supply Chain, and Regulatory Affairs teams.

• Serve as a liaison for information gathering and communication between site functions and Operations Leads.

• Support the planning and execution of site events, town halls, and operational reviews.

About You

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's or master's degree program in one of the following fields: Life Sciences (Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related)/ Chemical, Biochemical, or ingineering/ Pharmaceutical Sciences/ Operations Management, Supply Chain, or Business Administration/ Environmental Health & Safety or related discipline.

• Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the Internal requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university throughout the duration of the co-op/internship. 

• Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40hrs/week, Monday to Friday for the full duration of the co-op/internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerBI/data visualization tools, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook); SharePoint experience a plus.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and data accuracy.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

• Prior internship, co-op, or research experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environment.

• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) or project management platforms (Smartsheet, MS Project).

• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.

Why Choose Us

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future focused team.​

• Stretch your skills through apprenticeships, internships, graduate programs, and international experiences that grow with you.​

• Learn from inspiring mentors and collaborative teams while contributing to real projects that shape the future of healthcare.​

• Build your future with access to the latest tools, digital innovation, and continuous learning that keep you ahead of the curve.​​

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00 hourly. All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience.

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