Summer 2026 Intern R&D

As the global leader in eye care, Alcon has built a rich history of providing innovative products to customers and patients all over the world. We’re extremely proud of our legacy and the significant way we’ve helped to shape the industry over the last 70 years, but we’re just getting started. Our relentless passion to eliminate unmet medical needs drives our pursuit to further advance eye health worldwide. We’re looking for exceptionally talented, driven people who want to make a difference. If you’d like to help us change the way the world sees, this is your chance to Be Brilliant!

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our R&D team focused on drug-device combination products. This internship offers hands-on experience in facility and equipment qualification, maintenance, calibration, and GMP documentation. The intern will support the execution of Installation and Operational Qualification (IOQ) protocols and contribute to the development and compliance of pharmaceutical manufacturing systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the qualification of facilities and equipment used in drug-device combination product development.
• Support maintenance and calibration activities, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and regulatory standards.
• Participate in the execution of IOQ protocols, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Contribute to the development and review of GMP documentation, such as SOPs, protocols, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Manufacturing.
• Maintain accurate and organized records in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving equipment-related issues under supervision.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and process efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to internship or co-op, and at least one additional semester following internship or co-op.
• Must be pursuing a master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering.
• Academic performance: Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0/4.0.
• Basic understanding of GMP regulations and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with equipment qualification and validation principles is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship (students on an F1 visa with CPT can be accommodated).
• Ability to commit to a full-time (40 hrs/week) internship position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with technical writing or documentation in a regulated environment.
• Exposure to drug-device combination products or medical device development.
• Knowledge of calibration and maintenance systems (e.g., CMMS software).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

How You Can Thrive at Alcon

• Gain practical experience in GMP-compliant equipment qualification and documentation.
• Develop a working knowledge of pharmaceutical R&D operations.
• Enhance skills in protocol execution, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Networking and professional development within a leading healthcare company.