Microbiology Internship at Ritedose Corporation
The Ritedose Corporation is offering an exciting opportunity for a Microbiology Environmental Monitoring Intern in Columbia. This hands-on Microbiology internship in the USA provides practical exposure to environmental monitoring, microbial identification, and laboratory operations within a regulated microbiology laboratory. Interns will gain real-world experience in GMP-compliant environments while developing essential technical and analytical skills.
Internship Details:
- Title: Microbiology Environmental Monitoring Intern
- Location: Columbia, SC 29203
- Salary: $20.00 Hourly
- Position Type: 5B
- Category: Science
- Schedule: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Shift Requirement: Rotating 10-hour shifts, including weekend coverage
About the Company:
The Ritedose Corporation is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company committed to producing high-quality sterile and non-sterile products. The company operates in compliance with strict regulatory standards, ensuring product safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Ritedose fosters a collaborative work environment focused on innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement in pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory operations.
Educational Requirements:
- Actively pursuing a 4-year degree in Microbiology or a related scientific field from an accredited college or university
- Coursework or experience in a general biology laboratory is required
- Microbiology laboratory experience preferred
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in Environmental Monitoring activities within controlled environments in this Microbiology Internship in the USA
- Assist with microbiological testing, including microbial identification
- Support sterility testing activities (Sterility 6-S)
- Collect water samples for microbiological analysis
- In this Microbiology Internship, you should assist with activities related to the Contamination Control Strategy
- Organize and maintain batch records according to laboratory procedures
- Perform data entry and assist with data review under supervision
- Learn equipment calibration processes and laboratory compliance requirements
- Stock laboratory supplies and assist with inventory management
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Microbiology laboratory
Skills Required:
- Understanding of standard operating procedures and cGMPs/cGLPs
- Knowledge of standard laboratory techniques and procedures
- Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database software
- Ability to operate standard laboratory instrumentation
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to contribute effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Attention to detail and ability to follow structured laboratory protocols
Benefits of the Microbiology Internship:
- Competitive hourly pay of $20.00
- Hands-on experience in a regulated microbiology laboratory
- Exposure to GMP-compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
- Practical training in environmental monitoring and sterility testing
- Real-world operational experience through rotating shift schedules
- Opportunity to build foundational skills for a career in microbiology and pharmaceutical sciences
