Intern- Drug Product Development & Delivery (H/F)
Location: FR / Compiègne / Compiègne
Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally.
Our mission is to bring health in people’s hands by making self-care as simple as it should be. For half a billion consumers worldwide – and counting.
At the core of this mission is our 100 loved brands, our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan.
B Corp certified in multiple markets, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Find out more about our mission at www.opella.com.
About the role:
Within our main Global Development Center, we are offering a 6-month internship ; ideally by the end of August/ September ; in the field of formulation and process Engineering for optimization/scale up of a new product. The general scope of the internship includes studying raw materials, formulating new products with associated process parameters to ensure quality and performance.
Key responsibilities:
Realize a bibliography study on raw materials and patent landscape study if relevant. Liaise with raw materials suppliers.
Manufacture first pre-formulation studies and define process parameters.
Produce laboratory and pilot scale batches for scaling up.
Propose design of experiments (DOE and QBD approach) to define critical process parameters and to optimize process parameters.
Study all analytical data (analysis during manufacturing and stability) generated from compatibility studies up to laboratory / pilot batches.
Participate in proposals to solve technical issues from both formulation and process perspectives.
Write protocols, batch records and reports for technical trials.
Collaborate with R&D (formulation and analytical teams) for formula and process implementation.
Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
About You :
Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical or Scientific related.
Knowledge of process engineering, Design of Experiments is desirable.
Previous laboratory experience, Formulation knowledge is a plus.
Analytical and synthesis abilities.
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Fluency in French and/or English is required.
Proficiency with computer tools (including IA) and strong oral and written communication skills are also appreciated.
Why us?
At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day.
We Are Challengers.
We are dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be. That starts with our culture. We are challengers by nature, and this is how we do things:
All In Together: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs.
Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity.
Outcome-Obsessed: We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity.
Radically Simple: We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be.
Opella values diversity in all its forms and is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can belong and excel. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.