Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · 1 day ago
2026 Summer Intern | Pulmonary Drug Discovery
Carlsbad, CA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$18/hr - $23/hr
Start in 2026 SummerIonis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a leader in RNA-targeted medicines, dedicated to discovering medical breakthroughs for serious diseases. They are seeking a Summer Intern in Pulmonary Drug Discovery to support a preclinical project comparing RNA-therapeutic strategies for non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis using established mouse models and molecular endpoints.
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Responsibilities
Execute and help optimize an NCFB-like mouse model protocol (building on published/internal methods) and ensure proper controls and documentation
Support in vivo study activities (rodent handling, dosing, tissue collection) following SOPs and animal welfare requirements
Process samples (tissue homogenization, RNA extraction) and quantify key markers of inflammation and muco-obstruction using qPCR, ELISA or related assays
Organize/analyze data and communicate results via weekly updates and a final summary/presentation
Qualification
Required
MUST be currently enrolled in a U.S. Undergraduate and/or Graduate Degree Program and not graduating prior to the completion of the Ionis internship
MUST be able to begin internship between 6/8 and 8/14/2026
MUST be able and willing to remain in program through at least 8/14/2026
MUST be able and willing to commit to a minimum 40-hour work week
Benefits
Weekly stipend (for onsite interns only)
Housing/Travel assistance available for eligible, out-of-area interns
Professional Networking
End-of-program project presentations
Networking and bonding social events
Interaction with diverse and motivated teams/departments
Company
Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
For three decades, Ionis has invented medicines that bring better futures to people with serious diseases.
Founded in 1989
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.45B2025-11-13Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2024-09-09Post Ipo Equity· $500.3M
2023-06-06Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Brett P. Monia
Chief Executive Officer
Eric Bastings
Senior Vice President, Development Strategy
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