Laboratory Quality Assurance Intern Fall 2026

Skip to main content Laboratory Quality Assurance Intern Fall 2026 Discovery Life Sciences Huntsville, AL Apply Laboratory Quality Assurance Intern Fall 2026 Discovery Life Sciences Huntsville, AL 2 weeks ago Over 200 applicants See who Discovery Life Sciences has hired for this role Apply Save Report this job About Discovery Life Sciences:Discovery Life Sciences (Discovery) is a leading provider of highly characterized human biospecimens and cellular starting materials to advance cell and gene therapy and precision medicine programs for cancer, infectious disease, and other complex conditions. We routinely manage hundreds of studies and expertly test thousands of biospecimens simultaneously. Leading biopharma, diagnostic and academic institutions trust us to quickly deliver high-quality biospecimens and reliable, reproducible biomarker data, so they can outpace their competition and push the leading edge of innovation using our Science at your Service TM business model.Position Summary:Discovery is seeking a motivated intern to join our Quality Assurance team for the upcoming summer semester. This role will provide hands-on experience by assisting in the development and maintenance of the company’s Quality Management System supporting advanced analytical technology areas (e.g. biospecimens, cell services, histology, etc.).Must-Have Qualifications (Education, Skills, Experience):Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in life sciences preferred or other related fields such as legal may be consideredInterest in quality assurance in the biotechnology industryStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to conduct research and interpret complex conceptsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Excellent written and verbal communication skillsKey Responsibilities:Support a variety of Quality Assurance (QA) activities, projects, and initiatives, including process improvement and harmonization, and audit prepParticipates in supplier qualification activities, including follow-ups, downloading certificates, etc.General administrative activities such as scanning and filing of relevant QA documentsMaintain databases for supplier dataCompile periodic quality metricsProvides support for members of the QA team at various sitesBenefits of Internship:Gain practical experience in quality assurance and understand the value and impact in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectorLearn the role of a specialty lab service provider in clinical trials and the drug development lifecycleExposure to international standards and global regulatory frameworks such as Good Clinical Practice (GCP)Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects impacting quality and complianceCompensation and Benefits:This is a “for credit” internship. The selected candidate will not be entitled to compensation, benefits, or paid time off.Location and work hours:Onsite in Huntsville, ALPart-time – Monday - Friday - 6 to 20 hours per week during the Summer 2026 semesterSpecific work schedule to be discussed based on school scheduleWe are actively seeking motivated, dedicated individuals like you to join our thriving organization. As a leader in our industry, we offer unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and success.Apply Now to join our team!Visit dls.com/careers for more details. Show more Show less ...