2026 Fall Co-Op Technical Services

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization. Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide. As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra. We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards. While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging. Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide. Why join Team Simtra? Because we: Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers. Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways. Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members. Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health. Simtra is seeking highly motivated undergraduate or graduate students for our Fall Co-op Program. We look for diverse students with inquisitive minds and the desire to challenge themselves. Our Co-op students work closely with industry professionals and learn quickly how to problem solve on real-world projects that contribute to clinical research and manufacturing processes. In addition to on-the-job experience, we offer learning sessions with top leadership, site visits to local projects and social events. The Opportunity: Technical Services is a team of experienced pharmaceutical professionals responsible for the technical onboarding and process development of new drug product projects at Simtra. This includes designing the process(es) required for the new project. The responsibilities: The Co-op will work on the following projects: Assisting in technical transfer process for new filling line clients Providing technical transfer support in bringing new building, assets online Drafting of CAD files to develop new prep drawing assemblies Completing client technical service studies Developing framework for collaborative resources within new building Required qualifications: Pursuing a BS or MS degree in Science or Engineering Strong understanding and experience working with CAD Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Highly motivated, self-driven individual with passion working within pharmaceutical industry Ability to work either independently or collaboratively in a team environment Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment In return, you’ll be eligible for [1] : Day One Benefits Medical & Dental Coverage Flexible Spending Accounts Life and AD&D Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Spouse Life Insurance Child Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match Time Off Program Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave and more Adoption Reimbursement Program Education Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Community and Volunteer Service Program Employee Ownership Plan Additional Benefits Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Insurance Benefits Vision Coverage Accident Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Insurance Ident…