2026 Co-Op: Quality Systems Specialist (6 months, January 2026 start)

Hello. We’re Haleon. A world-leading consumer healthcare company with exceptional category-leading brands – including Sensodyne, Centrum, Panadol, Otrivin. We have a clear purpose: to deliver better everyday health with humanity. For billions of people around the globe.

A career in Quality, where none of us stand still.

The Quality department at Haleon’s Oak Hill manufacturing facility is composed of dedicated scientists and professionals who ensure that our products meet regulatory standards and are safe and effective for consumers. Oak Hill is home to the production of well-known toothpaste brands such as Aquafresh, Sensodyne, and Pronamel. As a Quality Systems Co-Op, you will play a key role in supporting and improving site-wide quality systems that ensure compliance with global regulatory standards and internal quality frameworks.

What will your individual contribution at Haleon be?

• Support quality system operations by assisting with documentation control, change control tracking, and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) processes to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory expectations.
• Participate in internal audits and inspection readiness activities, helping to gather evidence, track commitments, and maintain audit documentation in alignment with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Assist in data collection and reporting for Periodic Product Reviews (PPRs), helping to identify trends and support continuous improvement initiatives across product lines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve system-related issues and contribute to quality improvement projects, gaining exposure to pharmaceutical quality operations and compliance frameworks.
• Engage in supplier quality and complaint tracking activities, supporting documentation reviews and learning how external quality systems are managed within a regulated environment.

Requirements:

• Pursuing a BS degree in Engineering or Chemistry, Biology, or related field
• Must have an active student status for the duration of the Co-Op
• Must be eligible to work in the US at the time of, and for the duration of, their employment. Employees will be required to furnish evidence of US work authorization
• Must be eligible to work onsite on a full-time basis during the internship duration (40 hours/week) and provide their own funding for relocation and commuting.

Preferred Requirements:

• Basic understanding of working in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) environment.

Location: East Durham, NY

Expected Start Date: January 2026

Rate: $24.50

Don’t let the imposter syndrome hold you back! First and foremost we care about you as a person, not how many boxes you tick. Apply and let us know you better.

Care to Join Us?

We will review all applications continuously and invite selected candidates further to the recruitment process. We will close the offer down once we find the best match to the role.

Apply now to hear more about this role and our journey changing the future of everyday health.

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