Title: Graduate Intern

Requisition ID: 74079

Date: Apr 23, 2026

Location:

Waterford, IRL, IE

Department: Operations

Description:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

In this role, the graduate program will consist of three rotations across Production, Quality, and Supply Chain functions. During each rotation, the graduate intern will gain hands-on experience, develop technical and business competencies, and contribute to operational projects that support site performance and compliance objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Complete rotations in production, Quality, and Supply Chain functions and any assigned duties and tasks.
Collaborate with and support functional teams during each rotation, gaining hands-on experience alongside specialists and engineers while contributing to operational and improvement activities
Complete assigned projects with measurable business impact
Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and company procedures
Support daily manufacturing operations to meet set deadlines performance targets
Prepare and deliver presentations.
Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory standards
Work both independently and within cross-functional teams
Act in accordance with the company’s Guiding Principles and adherence to the corporate Code of Conduct
Compliance to all local site Environmental, Health and Safety regulations
Compliance to all local site company policies, procedures and corporate policies
Other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Science or related discipline.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Graduate with 1 - 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
Understanding of GMP manufacturing environment
Self-motivated, results- and solution-oriented personality
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
Good organizational and project management skills.
Highly analytical and structured way of working
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Excellent timekeeping and attendance
Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.

Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening.  #LI-AS1