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Genentech · 4 hours ago

2026 Summer Intern - Discovery Immunology and Ophthalmology

South San Francisco, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$40/hr - $46/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Genentech is a leading biotechnology company, and they are seeking a 2026 Summer Intern for their Discovery Immunology and Ophthalmology department. The intern will contribute to drug discovery by developing novel human in vitro models to investigate Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and collaborate with researchers across departments.

BiotechnologyLife ScienceManufacturing

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Contribute to a highly innovative project and collaborate productively with researchers across departments at Genentech

Design and perform cell culture experiments to contribute to new model development and characterization using molecular biology techniques, imaging, and bioengineering

Analyze and interpret experimental data to delineate the mechanisms underlying AMD biology

Present findings at group meetings and contribute to scientific discussions

Qualification

Human cell cultureMolecular biologyImmunohistochemistryFluorescence microscopyConfocal microscopyImage analysis softwareBioengineeringOmics technologiesTroubleshootingExperiment designCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsInterpersonal skillsIndependent work

Required

Must have attained a Master's Degree

Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student)

Required Majors: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, or related fields

Experience with human cell culture, iPSC, or organoids

Skills in molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, and state-of-the-art imaging methods, including fluorescence microscopy, confocal microscopy, and image analysis software's

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

Driven, passionate, and proactive with demonstrated ability to be highly motivated and work independently

Preferred

Experience in bioengineering or omics technologies

Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

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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2025 (167)

2024 (148)

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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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