2026 Fall Intern - Manufacturing Sciences and Technology

2026 Fall Intern - Manufacturing Sciences and Technology

Department Summary

The Genentech Philadelphia site is a center of innovation for Gene Therapy, developing and manufacturing new therapies. The Manufacturing Science and Technology (MS&T) group at Genentech Philadelphia leads technology transfer initiatives, supports manufacturing processes, and evaluates new technologies to enhance our manufacturing capabilities.

This internship position is located in Philadelphia, on-site

The Opportunity

• Participate in ongoing MST support of ongoing manufacturing of commercial and clinical products including lab studies, technical evaluations, and continuous improvement efforts. 

• Work on transition to a new digital platform for process monitoring including supporting definition of process monitoring plans and migration of process data.

• Engage in workstreams to align and integrate the Philadelphia site with global best practices and systems. 

• Lead a project on Single Use Technology (SUT) used for gene therapy manufacture at the Genentech Philadelphia site. 

  • Create and update detailed process flow diagrams (PFDs) showing how SUTs are used in specific Gene Therapy manufacturing processes.

  • Work with MST engineers to perform risk assessments regarding the use of SUTs in manufacturing.

  • Work with the manufacturing site to identify opportunities to implement alternative or improved SUTs as part of continuous improvement and risk reduction.

Program Highlights

• Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.

• Program start dates are in September

• A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship. 

• Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.

• Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.

Who You Are (Required) 

Required Education: You meet one of the following criteria:

- Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).

- Have attained a Bachelor's Degree (within the last 2 years).

- Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).

- Have attained a Master's Degree (within the last 2 years).

Required Majors: Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering.

Required Skills: 

• At least 2 years left of a combination of undergraduate and/or graduate coursework related to chemical or biological engineering.  

• Participation in student organizations and/or other leadership experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

• 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

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting. 

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of  Philadelphia is $23.00 - $35.00 per hour.  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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