Company Description

Syntegon Technology is a leading global process and packaging technology provider. Around 5,800 colleagues in more than 15 countries work for the Syntegon Group on intelligent and sustainable technologies for the pharmaceutical and food industries.

At Syntegon Technology K.K. (Japan) we provide a wide range of services to meet customer needs, including sales of domestically manufactured and imported machines for the Japanese pharmaceutical and food markets, as well as packaging materials, validation, and comprehensive services. Our plant is located in Saitama (~50min train ride from Tokyo) with around 100 passionate colleagues.

Job Description

About the Internship
We are seeking a highly motivated intern to support our Validation Expert Team for Pharma Liquid Manufacturing Line Projects in Japan. This internship offers hands-on experience in a global business environment between multiple locations and exposure to pharmaceutical manufacturing and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market and customer research related to validation and pharmaceutical manufacturing

• Monitor regulatory trends and industry developments (GMP, PIC/S, etc.)

• Assist in managing internal stakeholder communications and support the coordination of validation engineers, project managers, and commercial teams

• Help prepare management presentations and reports

• Contribute to development of business strategies and process documentation

• Participate in quality and compliance-related initiatives

• Manage small-scale improvement projects independently

• Provide support for workshops, webinars, and trainings

• Assist with data collection, tracking, and analysis using tools like Excel and SAP

Please send your application including CV, application letter (max. 1 page) and your latest study interim certificate.

Must be enrolled at a university or postgraduate school for the whole internship period.

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For

• Enrolled in a Master’s degree program, ideally in Engineering, Life Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Business, or related fields

• Proactive, organized, and strong communication skills

• Fluent in Japanese and English (English-only acceptable for exceptional candidates with previous experience in Pharma manufacturing)

• Familiarity with pharma manufacturing, GMP, or validation processes is a plus

• Skilled in Excel, PowerPoint, and ideally SAP

• Curious, open-minded, and eager to work in a cross-functional, international team environment

Why Join Syntegon?

• Learn from a global leader in pharmaceutical processing and packaging

• Gain hands-on exposure to pharma validation and regulatory practices

• Collaborate with experienced professionals across technical and business functions

• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to real projects

• Flexible duration (6–12 months)

Additional Information

Your benefits:

Paid internship with coworkers from all over the globe
Relocation support including Visa and other related topics
Reimbursement of round flight ticket as well as daily commuting expenses

Internship - Validation Services Business Development (6–12 Months)

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