Summer Intern

About the Role

The Richmond Research & Development Center develops new consumer healthcare products for markets around the world. Teams are involved in a range of activities from product conceptualization and formulation development to testing, manufacturing, and commercialization. As a Summer Intern, you will work alongside scientists and researchers to support projects that help advance Haleon's consumer healthcare portfolio. Depending on business needs and project assignments, you may gain experience in areas such as formulation development, product testing, laboratory experimentation, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. This internship provides an opportunity to develop scientific and professional skills while gaining exposure to the product development process within a global consumer healthcare company.

Key Responsibilities

• Support formulation, product development, product evaluation, and/or testing activities under the guidance of a mentor.
• Conduct laboratory experiments, analyze data, and document findings while following Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and maintaining accurate scientific records.
• Analyze and interpret results, prepare presentations, and communicate findings to project teams and stakeholders.
• Participate in team meetings, contribute to project discussions, and collaborate with cross-functional partners across Formulation, Analytical, Regulatory, and Manufacturing.
• Adhere to Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards, good scientific practices, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), where applicable.
• Present project outcomes and key learnings during end-of-summer presentations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree from the School of Pharmacy at Virginia Commonwealth University.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Skills

• Interest in consumer healthcare, research and development, product development, or product testing.
• Experience through coursework or laboratory projects involving scientific experimentation and data analysis.
• Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) or laboratory documentation practices.

Eligibility and Program Requirements

• Currently working toward Bachelor's degree from the School of Pharmacy at Virginia Commonwealth University.
• This internship requires working at the designated location. Candidates requiring relocation are responsible for arranging and funding their own housing, transportation, and relocation needs.
• Candidate must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday :8am-5pm for 12 weeks.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and will not require sponsorship in the future. Work authorization documentation will be required during the application process.
• The position is based in Richmond, requiring an in-office presence of 5 days per week.
• Expected start date: June 2027

Compensation for this internship is based on academic standing and degree program:

• Sophomore: $22.50/hour
• Junior: $24.50/hour
• Senior: $26.00/hour