2026 Summer Intern – Process Chemistry (Organic Synthesis)

2026 Summer Intern – Process Chemistry (Organic Synthesis)

Department Summary

Process Chemistry focuses on the small scale to large scale (1g up to 1kg+) development of chemical reactions. We begin with reaction-optimization and crystallization for the isolation of high purity small molecules. Once the process can be scaled to multiple kilograms, we make the final active pharmaceutical ingredient for toxicology studies and phase 1 through phase 3 clinical trials.  Internships in our department focus on the development of new chemistry for our pipeline projects with the intention of publishing any novel work.

This internship position is located in South San Francisco, on-site.  

The Opportunity

• Directly working on pipeline-relevant chemistry.

• Access to Process Chemistry department meetings where you will get an excellent view of what a career in process chemistry is like.

• Experience presenting your work in a professional format for the department at the end of the internship.

Program Highlights

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

• Program start dates are in May/June 2026.

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

• Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.

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

Who You Are

Required Education:

You meet one of the following criteria:  

• Must be pursuing or have attained an Associate's Degree.

• Must be pursuing or have attained a Bachelor’s Degree.

• Must be pursuing or have attained a Master's Degree.

• Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).

Required Majors: Chemistry Major or a related field.  

Required Skills: 

• Must have completed Organic Chemistry 1 and 2 courses with related lab work.

• Must have experience with column chromatography, 1H-NMR, and 13C-NMR spectroscopy.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Experience with crystallization/recrystallization.

• Experience with MestReNova for NMR analysis.

• Experience with LCMS and HRMS analysis.

• Experience with high-pressure organic synthesis.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

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

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting. 

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of  California is $24.00 - $46.00 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.

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