Safety and Engineering Internship

Mann Kind

Mann Kind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming chronic disease care through innovative, patient-centric solutions. With a focus on cardiometabolic and orphan lung diseases, we develop and commercialize treatments that address serious unmet medical needs, including diabetes, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary fibrosis, nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease, and fluid overload associated with heart failure and chronic kidney disease.

At Mann Kind, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a close-knit, collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in our mission. We are proud to champion a rich blend of backgrounds, perspectives, and working styles as we work together to improve health outcomes and change lives.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity:

Mann Kind's Summer Internship Program offers an exciting, hands-on experience in the biotech industry. Interns can work in departments like R&D, Tech Ops, Human Resources, Finance, Legal and Clinical Operations.

As an intern, you will tackle important projects, receive mentorship from industry experts, and build valuable connections. Our program emphasizes innovation, giving you the chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects and cutting-edge solutions. Develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

What You'll Be Doing:

The Safety & Engineering Intern will support the Environmental, Health & Safety Department in creating, standardizing, and improving machine‑specific energy‑control procedures across our operations. This hands‑on role directly contributes to our Zero Accident Culture initiative by helping ensure equipment is safely maintained, serviced, and operated and support the EH&S team in strengthening our OSHA-compliant lockout/tagout (LOTO) program for the control of hazardous energy.

This role will focus on:

* Identifying equipment that requires machine-specific de‑energization procedures

* Developing and updating energy control procedures in alignment with OSHA 29 CFR

* Creating and maintaining equipment and procedure assets in our EHS/maintenance systems

* Supporting field verification, labeling, and documentation to improve safety and compliance

The intern will work closely with EHS, Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations.

Key Responsibilities

* Identify Equipment:
Conduct site walkthroughs to identify machines requiring LOTO procedures and document associated hazardous energy sources.

* Develop Procedures:
Create and update machine-specific de‑energization/LOTO procedures using standardized templates and OSHA  requirements.

* Create Assets Inventory:
Build and maintain equipment and procedure records in the EHS safety suite, ensuring accuracy and proper linkage.

* Field Verification:
Participate in equipment walkdowns to validate procedure steps, confirm isolation points, and assist with labeling.

* Documentation & Data Management:
Organize procedure drafts, revisions, and approvals; maintain consistent document control.

* Program Support:
Assist with LOTO audits, address program gaps, and support updates to training materials and visual aids.

* Safety Compliance:
Follow all safety rules, use proper PPE, and report hazards promptly; work under supervision for all LOTO-related field activities.

What You'll Gain

* Hands‑on experience developing critical safety procedures used across the organization

* Exposure to OSHA standards and real‑world compliance work

* Mentorship from experienced safety professionals

* Experience contributing to our Zero Accident Culture initiative

* A portfolio of completed LOTO procedures demonstrating technical and safety expertise.

* Exposure to all aspects of EH&S operation in a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

What You Bring to the Table:

* Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in one of the following (or closely related) fields:

* Occupational Safety & Health / Environmental Health & Safety

* Mechanical Engineering

* Electrical Engineering

* Industrial Engineering

* In good academic standing with their institution

* Strong interest in safety, risk reduction, and regulatory…