Intern, Value Chain Management
Posted on Jan. 31, 2026 by BioMarin Pharmaceutical
- Novato, United States of America
- $24.0 - $32.0
- temporary, fulltime
Who We Are
BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.
Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.
About Technical Operations
BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.
SUMMARY:
The BioMarin Summer Internship Program will enable students to gain valuable experience and knowledge of the processes and systems within BioMarin, while gaining an insight into the pharmaceutical/biotech industry. Over the course of 10 - 12 weeks our interns gain industry experience while working alongside our talented team on meaningful projects.
The Value Chain Management team leads end-to-end product strategy execution, enabling alignment across Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance, and Regulatory.
JOB DESCRIPTION/PROJECT:
- The intern will improve the quality, consistency, and usability of key VCM documents and data sources, including Product Strategy documents, Product Health reports, and launch-related trackers. Objectives include: (1) improving data quality and usability, (2) digitizing and standardizing trackers, and (3) developing a guide for maintaining consistent documentation.
Required Skills:
- Exceptional attention to detail, with proven ability to identify data discrepancies, gaps, and opportunities for process enhancement.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (including pivot tables, lookups, and foundational modeling) and PowerPoint, facilitating clear and effective communication of analytical insights.
- Skilled in analyzing both structured and unstructured datasets to discern trends, synthesize findings, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Strong organizational capabilities, adept at managing multiple priorities while ensuring meticulous and accurate recordkeeping.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams across Supply Chain, Commercial, and Technical Operations.
- Demonstrated academic background or genuine interest in operations, supply chain management, or data analytics.
- Proficient in adhering to standard operating procedures and maintaining rigorous document version control.
Desired Skills:
- Experience supporting operational or supply chain processes through coursework, internships, campus programs, or project work.
- Familiarity with product lifecycle, launch readiness, or operations planning concepts.
- Experience with data cleaning, data validation, or standardization using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
- Exposure to collaboration platforms (SharePoint, Teams) or digital workflow tools.
- Basic understanding of supply chain fundamentals such as demand planning, manufacturing, or logistics.
- Experience building templates, trackers, or dashboards for operational or academic projects.
- Comfort working with semi-structured information and organizing it into consistent formats.
- Curiosity for process improvement, operational excellence, and identifying ways to streamline workflows.
Qualifications/Eligibility:
- Student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field.
- Must be available to work full time, 40 hours a week.
- Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program.
- Must be able to work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site or hybrid.
Benefits of a BioMarin Internship:
- Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time
- Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
- Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
- Develop skills specific to your major.
- Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
- Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches
- Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks
- Access to Employee Resource Groups
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $24 to $32 per hour, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Advertised until:
March 2, 2026
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