QA Training Intern

Company Description

As a global specialized company dedicated to ophthalmology, Santen carries out research, development, marketing, and sales of pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter products, and medical devices that benefit patients in over 60 countries. Santen’s long-term vision is to become a social innovator in ophthalmology and address social and economic issues related to eye health by strategically exploring advancing technologies and collaborating with key leaders around the world. Underpinned by its people-centric values, Santen aims to ultimately deliver happiness with vision – a life with the best vision experience for every individual around the world. With scientific knowledge and organizational capabilities nurtured over 130 years, Santen provides products and services to contribute to the well-being of patients, their loved ones and consequently to society.

Santen is in an exciting phase of growth with a market leading portfolio of products in glaucoma and dry eye treatment – areas in which our portfolio serves every stage and type of disease. We are also growing our range in eye infections, allergies, and devices for vision correction and glaucoma surgery.

This is an exciting time for us and we want exceptional people to be a part of it. More than just a part of it – we want your talent to drive our growth and grow with us. Because it’s our people that make our vision a reality; it’s their passion, creativity and expertise that makes a difference to patients’ lives, every day.

If you’re motivated by new opportunities, if you’re ready for new challenges, and if you believe in doing business responsibly and staying true to your values, you may be the perfect candidate for a role at Santen

Job Description

About the Role: Join our Quality Department and play a key role in rolling out a new electronic training tool and enhancing training processes across the EMEA region. This internship ensures alignment with GxP, ISO standards, and Santen’s quality framework.

Responsibilities:

•Supporting the rollout of our new electronic training tool (Veeva Training)
•Assist with setting up initial training assignments and actively monitor progress, ensuring a smooth and effective rollout of the new Veeva Training platform
•Contribute to the design of new learning programs by creating curricula, defining learner roles, and mapping training paths

Qualifications

Education:

•Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Learning & Development, Educational Science/Educational Technology, or a Life Sciences field.

Competencies:

•Ability to understand and communicate well in English (verbal/written); knowledge of other European languages is a plus.
•Strong oral and written communication skills
•Strong execution skills and ability to meet deadlines consistently
•Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams

Additional Information

The following documents are required for us to continue with your application:

• CV and cover-letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the internship.
• You must have a valid EU passport or a work permit that allows you to do an internship in the Netherlands. Candidates must already be residing in the Netherlands. Relocation is not possible for this position. 

Please note that in order to be considered for an internship, you need to be registered as a student during the entire internship period. Formal documentation of which may be requested at any time.

Important: You must be registered as a student during the entire internship period. Formal documentation may be requested at any time.If you have any questions about the specific details of this position, please contact Barnabas Kiss Associate Director, Quality Project Management (EMEA) on [email protected].

• Start Date: January 2026
• Duration: 6 – 8 months
• Full Time: 5 days per week (40hrs) or Part time: 4 days per week (32hrs)
• Flexible hybrid work style..

We look forward to hearing from you!

Santen SA, the Netherlands Branch has an exclusive arrangement for recruitment services. External recruiting agencies are kindly requested not to contact us regarding the positions listed here.

If you require any kind of accommodation during our recruitment process, please let the recruiter from our team know.