2025 Summer Scientific Research & Development Intern- Undergraduate

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The Reynolds Scientific Research & Development (SR&D) team is offering internships for Summer 2024 located in Winston-Salem, NC. The internship will provide exciting opportunities for exposure to parts of the business outside SR&D. As an SR&D intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, exciting work environment. You will be assigned a challenging research project requiring creative thinking, problem solving, and teamwork as you interact with various teams and personnel throughout our winning organization. In addition, you will have fun while adding value and encountering outstanding career development support. At the close of your internship, you will present your project overview, findings, and recommendations to senior management, project partners, and work teams. 

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Execute challenging assignments in the SR&D or S&RA space.
• Collaborate with teams across the Research & Development and Scientific & Regulatory Affairs teams.
• Demonstrate proficient project management, time management, and team collaboration skills
• Presentation of findings to SR&D Leadership Team
• There may be opportunities to work on or with the following teams:
  • Clinical Studies
  • Product Submissions (FMC, HP, Vapor, and Oral)
  • Analytical Services & Development
  • Plant Sciences

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

• Do you enjoy critical thinking and problem solving in a laboratory environment?
• Do you want to be a part of the research involved in driving towards Tobacco Harm Reduction?

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Pursuing a degree in a scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology, Pharmacology, Physics, or related fields
• Pursuing Graduate level (Master’s or Doctorate) preferred, Undergraduate level considered with relevant experience
• Understanding of chemistry/biology laboratory operations and safety
• Able to critically think and problem solve when conducting complex analyses

BENEFICIAL

• Previous internship experience
• Experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Experience with data analysis.
• Knowledge of FDA regulation processes or experience in another FDA-related industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
• Reynolds American certified as Great Place to Work
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Wage Information

Hourly Rate: Undergraduate Rate: $21.00 per hour / Graduate Rate: $38.50 per hour

Benefit Information

• Leadership training opportunities
• Roundtable Networking Events with senior leadership
• Engagement Events with fellow interns
• Generous salary
• Housing stipends provided. 
• On-Site Health Fitness Centers at corporate, research and manufacturing locations
• Participation in Reynolds American’s award-winning 401(k) retirement savings plan including company contributions.
• Confidential personal financial counselling service at no cost to you

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees that welcome opportunities for growth. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!