Intern, GxP Quality System and Compliance

As an Intern in GxP Quality System and Compliance at Revolution Medicines, your primary responsibilities will include supporting KPI and KQI metric development, running reports to monitor those metrics, and assisting in organizing GxP supplier management documentation. Additionally, you will engage in creating tools for effective reporting, which are essential for our Quality Assurance team to function efficiently.

To qualify for the Intern, GxP Quality System and Compliance role at Revolution Medicines, candidates must be currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, or a closely related field. Strong communication skills, time management, and multitasking capabilities are necessary for succeeding in this role.

As an Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn about the Quality Management System and gain insights into various aspects of product development and regulatory practices at Revolution Medicines. You'll also work with experienced QA team members, which will enhance your understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements in a real-world context.

While an internship at Revolution Medicines does not guarantee a full-time position, exceptional performance, along with an ongoing commitment to learning and contributing, may lead to future career opportunities within the organization. Many of our previous interns have transitioned into full-time roles based on their excellent contributions.

The base salary range for the Intern, GxP Quality System and Compliance position at Revolution Medicines is $32.75 to $35.00 per hour for candidates working onsite in Redwood City, CA. This salary is part of a comprehensive rewards program that includes competitive cash compensation, equity awards, and various learning and development opportunities.

When answering this question, focus on your passion for quality assurance and how it integrates with your interest in life sciences and pharmaceuticals. Discuss your enthusiasm for supporting roles in products that can significantly impact patient lives, highlighting how this internship aligns with your career goals.

Highlight specific skills you possess that match the job description, such as strong communication abilities, proficiency in Microsoft Office, time management, and organizational skills. Use examples from past experiences to demonstrate how you’ve successfully applied these skills.

Provide a concise anecdote that illustrates your problem-solving and teamwork skills. Focus on how you identified the challenge, collaborated with others to resolve it, and what the outcome was, emphasizing your ability to adapt and support team dynamics.

Express your knowledge of quality assurance functions, emphasizing their importance in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining product integrity. You might mention specific QA processes such as inspections, audits, and the role they play in product development.

Share your approach to prioritization, such as using tools like task lists or digital planners. Explain how you assess urgency and importance and how you communicate with team members or supervisors to stay on track.

Discuss your eagerness to acquire practical knowledge in quality assurance processes and expose yourself to cross-functional team dynamics. Mention specific areas of interest that pique your curiosity and how they relate to your career aspirations.

Demonstrate your openness to feedback by describing how you view constructive criticism as an opportunity for growth. Share an example of how you've utilized feedback in the past to improve your skills or complete a project more effectively.

Highlight the benefits of teamwork in quality assurance roles, such as the pooling of diverse expertise, enhanced problem-solving capabilities, and improved compliance with regulatory standards. Share your perspective on fostering a collaborative environment.

Mention any experience you have with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel for managing data, as well as any familiarity with electronic Document Management Systems or Learning Management Systems. If applicable, cite specific tools that are common in QA roles.

Describe specific techniques you use to maintain accuracy, such as double-checking your work, keeping clear documentation, and utilizing templates for consistency. Emphasize your understanding of the significance of accuracy in the quality assurance process.