Bio-Techne · 23 hours ago
Continuous Improvement Intern
Wallingford, CT
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17.60/hr - $24.20/hrBio-Techne is a company focused on enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. The Continuous Improvement Intern will support the Continuous Improvement System by performing time studies, process observations, and data analysis to enhance operational performance.
BiotechnologyGeneticsManufacturingMedicalMedical Device
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform time studies and process observations to capture accurate cycle-time and workflow data
Update and standardize CI tools, templates, and observation forms
Analyze process data; create simple Excel or Power BI visuals to communicate findings
Develop standard work, SOPs, and one-point lessons for operators and supervisors
Support process mapping (current vs. future state) and helps identify improvement opportunities
Participate in small continuous improvement activities and follow-up on actions
Qualification
Required
Must be a currently enrolled student pursuing a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or manufacturing engineering field or relevant to the internship
Must have completed (at minimum) the sophomore year of college
Must be able to work full-time during the duration of the internship program
Basic understanding/course work of Lean concepts (5S, waste identification, time studies)
Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts). Familiarity with Power BI is a plus
Comfortable observing processes on the floor and documenting clearly
Self‑starter with the ability to take initiative and move work forward with minimal supervision
Ability to work independently and manage tasks with accountability
Ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce, including operators, technicians, engineers and support teams
Strong communication and organizational skills
Benefits
We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
Company
Bio-Techne
Bio-Techne is a supplier of tools for life science research, therapeutic manufacturing, and clinical diagnostics.
Founded in 1981
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1989-05-19IPO
Leadership Team
Kim Kelderman
President and CEO
Gary Latham
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2025-12-24
2025-12-13
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