Roche · 9 hours ago
2026 Summer Intern - Applied Viral Sciences Team
Philadelphia
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$23/hr - $35/hr
Start in 2026 SummerRoche is a leading biotechnology company, and they are seeking a highly motivated intern for their Applied Viral Sciences team. The intern will assist in creating stable cell lines for viral vector production processes and gain hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture while collaborating with technical development teams.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsOncologyPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Gain extensive experience in mammalian cell culture for viral vector production across multiple scales, ranging from deep-well plates and spin tubes to shake flasks and automated platforms
Work alongside Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to design and implement cell culture experiments in the development, optimization and scale-up of AAV producer cell lines
Develop critical industry skills in data presentation by preparing process development protocols, data analysis summaries, and technical reports
Contribute directly to the advancement of gene therapy manufacturing processes, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how stable cell lines impact the quality and yield of viral vectors for patient therapies
Qualification
Required
Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student)
Must have attained a Bachelor's Degree (not currently enrolled in a graduate program)
Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student)
Biotechnology, molecular biology, bioengineering, biochemistry, or other related life science areas
Self-motivated to learn and innovate
Strong conceptual knowledge of cell and molecular biology
Exceptional organizational skills with a focus on detailed documentation
Shows potential to learn complex automation technologies for molecular screening
Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Preferred
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion
Demonstrated interest in biotechnology and gene therapy industry
Ideally brings hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique (highly preferred)
Benefits
Paid holiday time off benefits
Company
Roche
Roche is a pharmaceutical and diagnostics company that offers medicines and diagnostic tests for various medical conditions and diseases.
Founded in 1896
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.79BKey Investors
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2021-08-04Post Ipo Equity· $5B
2020-12-07IPO
2020-05-06Post Ipo Equity· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Alan Hippe
Member of the Executive Board - Group CFO
Christine Bakan
Global Head and Group Vice President, Computational Science and Informatics R&D
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