Microbiology Internship in Grifols USA
Kick-start your career with a hands-on Microbiology Internship at a global healthcare leader. This QC Microbiology Intern role at Grifols in the USA offers an exceptional Internship opportunity for life science graduates to gain GMP-based laboratory experience, work on real regulatory projects, and collaborate with expert microbiologists in a world-class quality environment.
About Grifols
Grifols has been a leader in the healthcare industry since 1909, developing innovative products and services grounded in ethics, quality, and responsibility. The company focuses on meeting the needs of patients and healthcare professionals across therapeutics, pharmacy, diagnostics, and blood banking.
For more than a century, Grifols has developed, manufactured, and marketed plasma-derived biopharmaceutical products known for their efficacy, quality, and safety, with the goal of improving human health worldwide.
Microbiology Internship Details
- Intern Title: QC Microbiology Intern
- Location: Clayton, North Carolina, United States
- Contract Type: Internship
- Area: Technical
- Req ID: 539545
Position Overview
The QC Microbiology Intern will gain hands-on experience within the Biology Method Development & Validation team, learning how this group supports the broader QC Microbiology and Environmental Assurance laboratories across the facility.
The internship provides exposure to microbiological testing, quality systems, and cross-functional collaboration while contributing to meaningful quality control projects.
Purpose & Responsibilities
- Perform microbiological and bacteriological assays, including data collection, quality control, and data analysis related to assigned projects
- Train in and adhere to current GMP, safety, and laboratory practices
- Communicate project results, including unexpected findings, through a formal project completion presentation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with subject matter experts across the facility
Potential Project Areas for Microbiology Internship
Projects may include assistance with:
- Re-evaluation of Disinfectant Efficacy studies (FDA near hit)
- Validation of bioburden testing using TSA media without L&P for raw materials and intermediates
- Four-hour Surface Microbial Analysis (SMA) exposure studies
- Validation of aluminum hydroxide (AlOH) gel bioburden testing as an alternative to sterility testing
Qualifications & Education Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a four-year degree program pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (Biology preferred) as a rising junior or senior, or currently accepted into or enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program
- Minimum qualifying GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Familiarity and comfort using Microsoft Excel and Word
Additional Information
Candidates must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations provided for individuals with disabilities as needed.
