Women make up 30% of the STEM population globally. We must do more, to encourage the women of the world to partake in this exciting and future important area.
LSM ISG Graduate Program
Launch your career at the forefront of life sciences innovation
Our 12-month Life Sciences Manufacturing Industry Solutions Group (LSM ISG) graduate program is your gateway into the world of pharmaceutical manufacturing. Through immersive training, hands-on project work, and mentorship from industry experts, you’ll gain the skills to drive innovation and deliver operational excellence.
At Cognizant, we’re committed to developing future life sciences leaders. This program equips you with a strong foundation in manufacturing processes, quality control, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices- preparing you to shape the future of life sciences from day one.
LSM ISG graduate roles go live in January 2026. Register now to be the first to hear when they open!
About you
- Interest in automation or the pharmaceutical industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build cross-functional relationships
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Experience in API manufacturing or regulated environments (preferred)
Why join us
Collaborate with top life sciences experts and skilled engineers
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
Continuous training and mentorship
Ongoing learning and development
Career growth and development
Engage in exciting, impactful projects
As a woman in Engineering, I believe we are the lifeblood of the team, we make it brighter. If you want to be a woman in Engineering, believe in yourself, you can do whatever you want because nothing is hard to achieve if you will never try willingly.
Cognizant has a culture of attracting young talent and being extremely welcoming. One of my favorite things about Cognizant is how all the female engineers support and help each other.
Through education, empathy, and action, we can inspire inclusion and build a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. ”
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Our focus
In the LSM ISG program, we ensure compliance and enhance competitiveness by driving performance improvements across manufacturing through innovative technologies.
Hear from Jim Lehane, Head of LSM ISG, and David Staunton, Industry Transformation LSM ISG Leader at Cognizant, as they talk about the current landscape of life sciences at Cognizant.
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