Operations Strategy Intern (Project Management)

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

QuidelOrtho is looking for an Operations Strategy Intern that wants to spend their summer working towards our mission: Advancing the power of diagnostics for a healthier future for all. Interns will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and develop their skills all while contributing to key company projects and initiatives. Our team will help students apply their educational background and broaden their knowledge base within their role and learn more about working in the medical device/biotech industry. Interns will work with a mentor(s) on a guided and impactful project and will be able to collaborate with and be part of a supportive and dedicated team.

Support high-impact, cross-functional initiatives that drive operational excellence by developing business case, planning, organizing, and tracking workstreams; enabling clear communications; and helping teams deliver on-time, on-scope outcomes.

This Internship is a full-time (40 hours per week) paid program for 10-12 weeks. 

Session 1: June 15th through August 17th

Session 2: July 6th through September 7th

Office Location: San Diego, CA or Raritan, NJ - Students must be in the area for duration of the program. QuidelOrtho is unable to provide housing accommodations.

• Develop business case to approve project

• Support project planning (timelines, milestones, dependencies, risks).

• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, capture notes, and follow up on action items.

• Maintain dashboards/trackers and publish concise status updates for leadership.

• Gather requirements, map processes, and assist with change-management communications.

• Analyze project performance to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.

• Contribute to a reusable PM toolkit (templates, routines, best practices).

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Required:

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in the Fall Semester 2026 at an accredited university or college.

• Minimum GPA 3.0 or higher.

• Able to start on either June 15th or July 6th.

• Ability to complete a consecutive 10-week internship.

• Must have work authorization in the United States at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

• Strong organization, prioritization, and communication skills.

•  Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

• Comfort collaborating across functions and levels; detail-oriented; proactive.

Preferred:

• Rising Junior or Senior at an accredited university or college.

• Experience with project tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Planner, MS Project).

• Familiarity with process mapping (Visio/Lucidchart) and continuous improvement.

No strenuous physical activity, though occasional light lifting of files and related materials is required. 30% of time in meetings, working with team, or talking on the phone, 70% of the time at the desk on computer, doing analytical work.

The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary range for current Freshman, rising Sophomore is $18.00/hour; Sophomore, rising Junior is $20.00/hour; Junior, rising senior is $23.00/hour to $26.00/hour; Senior, enrolled in school for fall 2026 is $25.00/hour to $28.00/hour; or currently enrolled Graduate, MBD, PhD program is $28.00/hour to $30.00/hour. At QuidelOrtho, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform the duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].