Job Description

This is for a 6-month position from July - December 2021.

At Biogen, the North American Facilities Management team is responsible for the daily operation and upkeep of site utilities, building maintenance and general upkeep. The North American Facilities Co-op will provide resource assistance on a variety of facility management and engineering initiatives in addition to supporting capital projects.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: At Biogen, the North American Facilities Management team is responsible for the daily operation and upkeep of site utilities, building maintenance and general upkeep.  The North American Facilities Co-op will provide resource assistance on a variety of facility management and engineering initiatives in addition to supporting capital projects. Responsibilities will include assistance with continual improvement projects, gathering, organizing and filing process and equipment data, execution and support of small projects, and supporting facility maintenance planning. Additional duties may be assigned as the Co-op’s strengths are defined.

Qualifications

To participate in the Biogen Co-op Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Enrollment in a full-time undergraduate program, returning to the academic program following Biogen co-op assignment
• Minimum grade point average of 3.2 preferred
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
• Completed at least one year of undergraduate studies

Additional qualifications for this co-op assignment include:

• Student working towards a degree in engineering with some completed coursework in chemical, mechanical or industrial engineering
• Must have a technical understanding of equipment and systems
• Must be fluent in use of Microsoft Office Programs

Preferred qualifications:

• Self-starter that is willing to learn new systems and how the facility works
• Experience working with CAD
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a desire to work as part of a team

EDUCATION:

Must be currently enrolled as a student in an accredited undergraduate academic program and have completed at least one year of study working towards a degree in engineering with some completed coursework in:

• Chemical engineering,
• Mechanical engineering, or 
• Industrial engineering

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.