2027 Spring Intern - Product Technical Cell and Gene Therapy - Laboratory (Wet-Lab) Focus

About the role

This program provides a broad perspective and appreciation of the development of new processes, methods, and technologies at different production scales in the cell and gene therapy space. Candidates applying for the PTC Intern Program should be passionate about science/engineering and thoroughly enjoy the challenges associated with complex problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside scientists to design, execute, and analyze wet-lab experiments in support of the diverse development activities needed to produce therapeutics at scale for patients.
• Own challenging and impactful business-critical projects.
• Participate in intern committees to design and coordinate program events and initiatives.
• Engage in professional and personal development through a curriculum that includes networking opportunities, workshops, and panel discussions.
• Contribute to volunteer projects, social events, and team-building activities.

Requirements

• Must be pursuing or have attained an Associate's Degree.
• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).
• Must have attained a Bachelor's Degree (not currently enrolled in a graduate program).
• Must be pursuing a Master's degree (enrolled student).
• Required Majors: Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biophysics, or related disciplines.

Qualifications

• College or higher level education in science and engineering courses is desirable.
• Relevant work experience in research labs or the biotechnology industry is desirable.
• Detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and self-directed individual who is excited about tackling complex and creative scientific challenges in an industrial setting.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Skills

• Adaptive capacity.

Benefits

• Intensive 6 months, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
• A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.
• Professional & personal development curriculum throughout the program, including networking opportunities, workshops, and panel discussions.
• Opportunities to lead or participate in intern committees to design and coordinate program events and initiatives.
• Volunteer projects, social events, and team-building activities.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location for this position in California is $26.00 - $40.00 per hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Schedule

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.