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Genentech · 20 hours ago

2026 Summer Intern - Hoogenraad Lab, Neuroscience

South San Francisco, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$50/hr - $50/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Genentech is a biotechnology company that focuses on discovering molecular causes and therapeutic targets for neurodegenerative diseases. They are seeking an organized and highly motivated scientist for a summer internship in the Hoogenraad Lab to conduct cell culture experiments and analyze data related to Parkinson’s disease.

BiotechnologyLife ScienceManufacturing

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design and conduct cell culture experiments to validate potential therapeutic hypotheses using molecular and cell biology approaches

Analyze and interpret experimental data to delineate the mechanisms underlying Parkinson’s Disease biology

Present findings at group meetings and contribute to scientific publications and discussions

Participate in the Genentech Internship Program, which provides an exceptional environment for pursuing fundamental scientific questions and sharing your science with a diverse community

Qualification

Molecular biologyCell cultureExperimental designBiochemistryCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student)

Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Pathobiology, Pharmacology, or a related field

Experience in molecular and cellular biology, in particular Western blotting, qPCR, immunocytochemistry, fluorescent imaging and viability assays with hands-on expertise of sterile technique and cell culturing

Deep passion for understanding the molecular mechanisms relevant to neurodegeneration, particularly mitochondrial pathways

Ability to work independently, troubleshoot and design experiments to address key project questions

Detail-oriented, diligent notebook maintenance and passion for high-quality, translational science

Preferred

Proven track record of success in wet-laboratory experimentation

Proficient in biochemistry or omics technologies

Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with a proactive attitude

Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion

Benefits

Paid holiday time off benefits

Company

Genentech

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Genentech is a biotechnology research company that specializes in genetic testing and personalized medicines.

Founded in 1976

South San Francisco, California, USA

10001+ employees

http://gene.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (167)

2024 (148)

2023 (150)

2022 (178)

2021 (121)

2020 (158)

Funding

Current Stage

Public Company

Total Funding

unknown

2009-03-26Acquired

1999-07-20IPO

1976-01-01Series Unknown

Leadership Team

Ashley Magargee

Chief Executive Officer

Michael Laird

Vice President, Global MSAT Drug Substance Biologics Technology and Commercial Products Support

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