This internship opportunity within the Quality Management Systems (QMS) department offers hands-on experience in quality systems, documentation management, training oversight, and risk management. The role is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the QMS framework and its integration with site operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and internal policies. The intern will engage in various quality assurance activities, gaining practical knowledge of controlled document management, training systems, and quality risk assessments, while contributing to ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop a thorough understanding of the overall Quality Management System framework and its interaction with site operations.
- Familiarize with Abbott Quality Policies, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements, and site-specific quality procedures.
- Support the management of controlled documents, including Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) issuance, revision, review, and archival.
- Participate in training management activities using ISOtrain and related systems to ensure training compliance.
- Assist in Quality Risk Assessment (QRA) activities and support risk management processes.
- Understand and apply document control requirements and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Help review and maintain critical quality documents such as the Site Master File and Site Quality Manual.
- Track and monitor QMS activities, including training compliance, SOP periodic reviews, and risk management follow-ups.
- Contribute to quality system improvement initiatives and compliance monitoring efforts.
- Independently complete a defined project related to Quality Management Systems, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.
Required Qualifications:
- Pharm D degree.
- Fresh graduates or candidates with prior internship experience in the pharmaceutical or related industry.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- Internship duration is between 5 to 6 months, providing substantial exposure to quality management practices.
- The position falls under the Administrative Support job family within the Established Pharma Division (EPD).
- The internship location is in Karachi, Pakistan, specifically near Radio Pakistan Transmission, Hyderabad Road, Landhi.
- Work shift is standard, with no specified travel or medical surveillance requirements.
- This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in a regulated pharmaceutical environment, supporting career growth in quality assurance and regulatory affairs.
Compensation details are not specified and may vary depending on the location. This internship is ideal for candidates seeking to build foundational expertise in quality systems within a global pharmaceutical company.