2024 Fall Intern - Pharma Technical Operations - Process Development

Department Summary

Pharmaceutical Technical Development (PTDU) develops, delivers, and supports robust, cost-effective production methods and technologies for innovative protein-based therapeutics to meet the needs of Genentech’s Research, Development, Commercial, and Product Operations groups. The group has long been recognized as a world leader in developing large-scale manufacturing processes, sophisticated analytical methods, and effective drug delivery systems.

We are currently recruiting for Technical Development Spring Internship positions in PTDU for our South San Francisco, CA headquarters.

The 6- 12 months positions will begin in May/June/July 2024, in South San Francisco, on site.

Key responsibilities

As a Technical Development Intern, you will be assigned a project in one of the following areas within PTDU:

• Cell Culture and Fermentation Development

• Purification, Microbiology, & Virology

• Protein Analytical Chemistry

• Protein Analytical Chemistry - Quality Control

• Analytical Operations

• Pharmaceutical Development

• Device Development & Packaging

• Pilot Plant Operations

• Biological Technologies

• Cell & Gene Therapy

• GMP Clinical Manufacturing

• Facilities and Engineering

• Industrial Automation

This program provides a broad perspective and appreciation of the development of new processes, methods and technologies at different production scales in the biotechnology industry.

Who You Are

Candidates applying for the PTDU Intern Program should be passionate about science/engineering and thoroughly enjoy the challenges associated with complex problem solving.

• Required Education: Enrolled in sophomore year or higher at a college/university (B.S.) or any year at a graduate school (candidates who have already graduated are still eligible to apply for this position if their start date is within two years of their graduation date).

• Preferred disciplines : chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, pharmaceutical engineering, chemistry, biology, biophysics, or related disciplines.

Other Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates must be highly self-motivated and able to work effectively as individuals and as part of multi-disciplinary teams in an atmosphere of casual intensity to develop medicines for unmet medical needs.

• Demonstrated high level of work and social interaction achievement

• Relevant work/ intern experience in research, engineering, computer science, and biotechnology industry is highly desirable

• Must be able to work 40 hours/week in South San Francisco CA (Some re-location assistance provided) for the duration of the 6-12 months of internship

Relocation benefits are not eligible for this position.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location for this position of California is $22.00 - $50.00 per hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.

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