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Forge Biologics · 1 day ago

Summer Intern - Quality Control (Microbiology Testing)

positionColumbus, OH
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
workcardStart in 2026 Spring

Forge Biologics is committed to enabling access to life-changing gene therapies. They are seeking a Quality Control (QC) – Microbiology Testing Intern to support environmental monitoring and microbiological testing activities, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards and product quality.

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Responsibilities

Assist with environmental monitoring sampling in classified cleanroom areas (air, surfaces, personnel) and perform Microbiological/Bioburden testing for raw materials, buffers, incoming media, in-process samples and final products
Assist with preparation of SOPs, methods, work instructions, and testing forms
Support data entry and documentation for environmental monitoring results in compliance with cGMP requirements
Help prepare and maintain QC records, logs, and reports for regulatory audits
Participate in investigations and trending analysis of environmental data under guidance from QC Analysts
Gain exposure to aseptic techniques, contamination control strategies, and quality systems
Collaborate with QC and Manufacturing teams to ensure timely completion of monitoring activities

Qualification

MicrobiologyEnvironmental monitoringCGMP complianceData analysisAseptic techniquesContamination controlQuality assuranceAttention to detailOrganizational skills

Required

Incoming junior or senior for Summer 2026, currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university
Minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent
Majoring in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, or related life sciences field
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work in a controlled environment
Interest in microbiology, contamination control, and quality assurance principles

Company

Forge Biologics

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Forge Biologics is a gene therapy development engine, enabling access to life changing gene therapy programs.
dateFounded in 2020
location
Grove City, Ohio, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.forgebiologics.com

H1B Sponsorship

Forge Biologics has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (7)
2024 (4)
2023 (2)
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$330M
Key Investors
State of OhioMidCap FinancialRA Capital Management
2023-11-13Acquired
2022-09-12Series C· $90M
2022-01-10Grant

Leadership Team

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Timothy J. Miller, Ph.D. (he/him)
Cofounder, President & CEO
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Erandi De Silva, PhD
Co-founder, Senior Vice President of Product Development
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