Intern - Quality

The purpose of the internship is to create a talent pipeline for direct hire opportunities in Assertio’s organization. Our interns will work on projects that impact the business and provide them with unique insights into the healthcare industry and specialty pharmaceuticals.

Assignments are approximately 12 weeks in length and include a final presentation of the project results to executive team and colleagues. The Internship will provide you with access to industry experts, our executive team, and numerous networking opportunities throughout the summer.

Position Accountabilities

• Demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking and thrive in a dynamic, startup like environment
  Experience in each of the following MS Office applications
• MS Outlook - Proficient
• MS Word - Proficient
• MS Excel - Proficient
• MS PowerPoint - Proficient
• Must be deadline driven and have a high level of organizational and planning skills
• The ideal candidate exhibits strong analytical, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills; he or she also possesses the ability to work well in teams, effectively manage multiple projects, and present ideas clearly and concisely.

Education and Skills

• Enrolled in a U.S. accredited university for the semester before and immediately following the internship
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree and have completed at least their sophomore year
• Authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without sponsorship in the future
• Minimum GPA: 3.0/4.0
• Demonstrated interest in healthcare
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Leadership potential
• Fit with Assertio culture
• Strong track record of accomplishment
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and within a team environment, show adaptability, creativity and good judgment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal.
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing: Remaining upright on the feet.
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position of up to 20 lbs. on occasion

 Mental Requirements

• Ability to prepare and analyze data and figures
• Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and written instructions
• Ability to organize and prioritize own works schedule
• Ability to apply common sense in performing job
• Ability to understand and follow instructions

Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities

Assertio is proud to create a culture of inclusion and diversity and be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, sexual orientation or veteran status. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities and to disabled veterans in accordance with the ADA. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process due to a medical condition or disability, please email hr@assertiotx.com or call 224-441-6867 for assistance.

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