Quality Assurance Intern

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met.We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses.We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.Discover more by following us on LinkedIn Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxottica Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world?Join us in redefining the boundaries of what's possible.Your role We are looking for a Quality Assurance Regulatory Affairs Intern highly motivated student who will be involved in an on-site internship in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs departement at our headquarters in Agordo (Belluno, Italy).This internship provides hands-on experience with global quality systems and regulatory compliance across a diverse product portfolio, including contact lenses, ophthalmic frames, sunglasses, goggles, and helmets.The intern will have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of international standards and regulations such as ISO **** and ISO ***** with MDSAP, USA FDA and EU MDR ********, EU PPE ********.During the internship, the intern will contribute to Quality Assurance Regulatory Affairs projects across the product lifecycle, supporting audit readiness and ensuring compliance across multiple international sites.This experience will also serve as a strong foundation for a thesis project and offers the potential to grow into a Quality Assurance Regulatory Affairs Intern role.The intern will work closely with various functions and departments, gaining valuable experience in a cross-functional, multicultural environment, while helping to drive standardization and compliance throughout the organization.Main responsibilities: • Support the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of global Quality Management Systems (QMS) in compliance with ISO ****, ISO ***** with MDSAP standards.• Contribute to ensuring product compliance with international regulations, including USA FDA, EU MDR ********, and EU PPE ********.• Participate in the preparation, coordination, and follow-up of internal and external audits to ensure audit readiness.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across design, production, and distribution to maintain regulatory and quality compliance.• Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of technical files and regulatory documentation.• Maintain accurate and traceable records to support compliance and inspection activities.• Contribute to quality and regulatory projects throughout the entire product lifecycle.• Support standardization and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple international sites.• Facilitate communication and alignment on Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs (QA/RA) processes between global departments.• Apply knowledge of international standards and regulatory frameworks to real projects and business operations.Main requirements: • Understanding of quality and regulatory standards, including ISO ****, ISO *****, and MDSAP.• Knowledge of international regulations such as USA FDA, EU MDR ********, and EU PPE ********.• Ability to prepare, review, and maintain technical documentation, compliance reports, and audit records.• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues, perform root cause analysis, and propose corrective actions.• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn, take initiative, and tackle new challenges.• Communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.• Skilled in creating clear, visual presentations (e.g., PowerPoint, Canva) to convey regulatory and technical information.• Fluent in English, capable of writing, presenting, and collaborating in a multicultural, international environment.• Familiar with quality management software, databases, and Microsoft Office tools for documentation and reporting.• Enrolled in an Engineering program, motivated to develop a thesis project through a 6-month internship, with the potential for a post-graduation internship and transition into a full-time role.Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.