Intern, Global External Operations Digital Strategy - AI - Novato California

Company: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Location: Novato, California
Posted On: 02/28/2026

/PROJECT: We're exploring how AI can transform contract manufacturing operations and we want you to help us figure it out. This isn't a role where the work is already defined; you'll help shape it. You'll work with our in-house team on identifying where AI can add the most value across our CMO network, then build prototypes to test those ideas. Potential focus areas include document processing, predictive analytics, and knowledge management. What you'll do: Assess high-impact AI use cases across our contract manufacturing network Develop workflows and prompts using AI platforms (Claude, GPT, etc.) Build Python prototypes for AI applications and automation Evaluate AI tools suitable for pharmaceutical manufacturing, accounting for regulatory and data governance requirements Present findings and recommendations to the team Required Skills: Exceptional Python and SQL, including experience with data manipulation and analysis Hands-on experience with LLM prompt engineering and MCP based data integrations Ability to work independently and translate ambiguous business problems into technical approaches Strong communication skills with an ability to present technical work to non-technical stakeholders Desired Skills: Experience with NLP, deep learning and neural network techniques, predictive modeling, OCR and text extraction concepts a plus Familiarity with Databricks or other datalakes and warehouses Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face) Experience building end-to-end prototypes or normalizing/processing unstructured data Exposure to cloud platforms and AI services (Azure, AWS, GCP) Understanding of data governance, privacy, or compliance considerations Interest in pharmaceutical/biotech or other regulated industries Qualifications/Eligibility: Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field, OR recent Bachelor's graduate (within 1 year) in a relevant discipline 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 relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles. 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. 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. More...

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