Computer Systems Validation Intern
Danaher Corporation
Summary
The Computer Systems Validation Intern will gain hands-on experience operating in regulated industry alongside validation engineers, software developers, and collaborators across the organization. This position reports to the Computer Systems Validation Manager and is part of the IT Governance, Security, and Compliance team located in Fargo, ND and will be an on-site role.
Job description
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Participate in Validation project activities, including conducting testing and generating technical reports
- Support Validation program policy and procedure generation by conducting research on regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices
- Establish a unified, real-time inventory of validated computer systems
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, chemistry, biological sciences, or related discipline
- Proficiency with Windows OS, Microsoft Office
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Company overview
Danaher Corporation is a leading global science and technology innovator headquartered in Washington, D.C., specializing in biotechnology, life sciences, and diagnostics. Founded in 1984 by brothers Steven and Mitchell Rales, the company has evolved from its origins as a manufacturing conglomerate into a premier healthcare technology organization with approximately 63,000 employees worldwide. Danaher operates through three core divisions: biotechnology (28% of revenues), which develops products for therapeutic development; life sciences (31% of revenues), focused on disease identification, new therapies, and drug testing/manufacturing; and diagnostics (41% of revenues), providing instruments, consumables, and software for disease diagnosis. The company's portfolio includes renowned brands such as Beckman Coulter, Cytiva, Pall Corporation, Cepheid, Leica Microsystems, and Abcam, serving pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, healthcare providers, and research institutions globally. Danaher is distinguished by its Danaher Business System (DBS), a continuous improvement methodology that drives innovation and operational excellence. With 2024 revenues of $23.9 billion, the company ranks 180th on the Fortune 500 and plays a critical role in advancing scientific research, improving diagnostic capabilities, and accelerating the development of life-saving therapies.