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Varda Space Industries · 3 hours ago

Pharmaceutical Lab Internship (Crystallization) Summer 2026

El Segundo, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

0+ years exp

Start in 2026 Summer

Varda Space Industries is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, focusing on in-orbit pharmaceutical processing. The Pharmaceutical Lab Internship involves hands-on work supporting the experimental screening and analysis of small molecule or biologic crystallization, providing meaningful experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

AerospaceManufacturingProduct Design

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct crystallization screening of small molecules or biologics

Set up reactors, beakers, or vessels with test materials

Perform experimental measurements and analyze results

Report findings clearly to the broader R&D team

Help optimize crystallization conditions through iterative testing

Qualification

Pharmaceutical crystallizationLaboratory experienceSynthetic chemistryData analysisScientific curiosityTeamwork

Required

Pursuing PhD from an accredited college or university in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Biology, or Biomedical Engineering, or similar physical and life sciences or engineering degrees

At least 3 months of basic laboratory experience outside of a classroom including safe handling of chemicals, proper use of personal protective equipment, and maintaining a laboratory notebook

Demonstrated ability to execute experiments with practical hands-on skills in a lab (e.g. conducting chemical synthesis, clean room nanofabrication, crystallization, or analytical characterization in a research lab, previous internships, Research Experiences for Undergrads (REUs) or co-op experiences)

Desire to make your mark in a technically complex and fast-moving environment, with a passion for expanding what we can do in space!

Must be a U.S. person as defined by U.S. export regulations