Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · 1 day ago
AAV Production Biology and Process Development Intern
Cambridge, MA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$37/hr - $41/hr
Start in 2026 SummerAlexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking Junior and Master's students for a 10-week internship role in their AstraZeneca Rare Disease division. The role involves performing laboratory experiments related to AAV production, analyzing data, and preparing reports to communicate findings.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalTherapeutics
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform laboratory experiments under the guidance of experienced scientists investigating the biology of AAV production to engineer improved production conditions
Perform experiments investigating novel plasmid designs for improved AAV plasmid quality
Analyze experimental data and contribute to interpretation of results
Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings
Maintain accurate and detailed records of laboratory experiments and results
Adhere to safety protocols and contribute to a safe working environment
Qualification
Required
Junior and Master's students majoring in Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field
Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026
Required laboratory skills include pipetting, mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis), analyzing and interpreting experimental data
US Work Authorization is required at time of application
Ability to report onsite to the Cambridge, MA site 5 days per week
Preferred
Preferred skills include DNA cloning, plasmid purification, AAV or other viral vectors, statistical software, Flow cytometry, genome engineering
Familiarity with the innate immune system is a plus
Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design
Benefits
Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
Eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles)
To receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles)
Commission payment eligibility (sales roles)
Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
Paid vacation and holidays
Paid leaves
Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Company
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease is focused on pioneering new possibilities for the rare disease community.
Founded in 1992
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.8M2020-12-12Acquired
1999-02-12Post Ipo Equity· $5.8M
1996-02-29IPO
Leadership Team
Frederic Chereau
SVP, Strategy and Business Development
Imran Shakur
Director, IRT and Technology Lead
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