Intern

**Internship Opportunity: Data Science \& Python Developer – Smart Lab Initiative** **Location:** Chennai (or Hybrid) **Duration:** 3–6 months (flexible based on institute requirements) **Eligibility:** Undergraduate / Postgraduate students **About the Role** We are seeking highly motivated interns to support our **Smart Lab initiative**, focused on applying **data science and Python-based analytics** to laboratory and pharmaceutical process data. This internship offers hands-on exposure to real-world problems at the intersection of **chemical engineering, data science, and digital transformation** in a regulated R\&D environment. The intern will work closely with scientists and data modelers to develop data-driven insights, automation scripts, and predictive models that enhance laboratory efficiency and decision-making. **Key Responsibilities** * Develop and maintain **Python-based data analysis workflows** for laboratory and process datasets * Perform data cleaning, transformation, and exploratory analysis using **NumPy** and **pandas** * Build and evaluate basic **machine learning models** (e.g., regression, classification) using **scikit-learn** * Support development of predictive or descriptive models linked to lab operations and experimental data * Create clear visualizations and summaries to communicate insights to technical stakeholders * Document code, assumptions, and results in a reproducible and structured manner * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including chemical engineers, scientists, and data analysts **Required Qualifications** * Strong **Python programming skills**, with hands-on experience using: + NumPy + pandas + scikit-learn * Solid foundation in **data science / machine learning concepts** * Academic background in **Chemical Engineering**, Data Science, or a closely related discipline * Currently pursuing or recently completed a **B.Tech / M.Tech / MS** from **premier institutes** (e.g., IITs, IISc, NITs, or equivalent) * Ability to work with experimental or process data and derive actionable insights **Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)** * Experience with data visualization libraries (e.g., matplotlib, seaborn) * Familiarity with Jupyter notebooks and version control (Git) * Basic understanding of pharmaceutical or chemical process data * Exposure to statistics, process modeling, or optimization techniques **What You Will Gain** * Hands-on experience applying **data science to real laboratory and manufacturing problems** * Opportunity to work in a **Smart Lab / digitalization initiative** within pharmaceutical R\&D * Mentorship from experienced scientists and data modelers * Exposure to industry-standard practices in data analysis, documentation, and reproducibility **How to Apply** Interested candidates should submit: * A brief CV * A short note describing relevant Python/data science experience * (Optional) GitHub or project portfolio links Work Location Assignment: Hybrid Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates. Support Services