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2026 Summer Intern - Synthetic Molecule Analytical Chemistry

CompanyGenentech
LocationDaly City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 26, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Develop high-throughput LC-MS-CAD methods for universal quantitation in reaction screening and collaborate with scientists to analyze results and document findings. Summarize key research findings and deliver presentations to the SMAC department and gRED scientific community.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$26 - $46
Company Size
18112
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About Genentech We're passionate about finding solutions for people facing the world's most difficult-to-treat conditions. That is why we use cutting-edge science to create and deliver innovative medicines around the globe. To us, science is personal. Making a difference in the lives of millions starts when you make a change in yours. If you’d like to join our team, view our openings at gene.com/careers. Our patient resource center is dedicated to getting patients and caregivers to the right resources. You can reach them at 1 (877) GENENTECH (436-3683) Monday-Friday, 6am-5pm PST or patientinfo@gene.com. Community Guidelines: 1. We want to foster positive conversation around the issues we are passionate about. To that end, we remove profanity, content that contains threatening language, content that is aimed at private individuals, personal information, and repeated unwanted messages. 2. Don’t mention any medicines by name — ours or anyone else’s. Because of the fair balance rules governing our industry, we cannot post any comments that reference any pharmaceutical brand, product, or service. Please do not mention any specific medicines by name, or include any links to third party sites in your comments. 3. This isn’t the place to report or discuss side effects. This site is not intended as a forum for reporting side effects experienced while taking a Genentech product. Instead, you should report any side effects to Genentech Drug Safety at 1-888-835-2555. You can also report side effects of any prescription product directly to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or by visiting www.FDA.gov/medwatch. 4. Don’t pitch your product or service. Please don't use our page as a place to promote your product or pitch your services. Please also avoid posting links to external sites. We reserve the right to remove any posts that are deemed promotional.
About the Role
<h3>The Position</h3><p><u><b><span>2026 Summer Intern - Synthetic Molecule Analytical Chemistry </span></b></u></p><p><b><span> </span></b></p><p><b><span>Department Summary</span></b></p><p></p><p><span>Doing what Patients need next. </span></p><p><span>We believe it’s urgent to deliver medical solutions right now, even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients’ lives, courageous in both decision-making and action and believe that good business means a better world.</span></p><p><span>That is why we come to work each day.  We commit ourselves to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all.  We do this today to build a better tomorrow.</span></p><p><span>We are proud of who we are, what we do, and how we do it.  We are many, working as one across functions, across companies, and across the world.</span></p><p></p><p><span>This internship position is located in <b>South San Francisco, CA (on-site). </b></span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>The Opportunity</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Develop high-throughput LC-MS-CAD methods for universal quantitation in reaction screening.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Implement and optimize an inverse LC gradient to achieve an optimal CAD baseline and correct response across the gradient.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Collaborate with scientists to analyze results, interpret data, and document findings for potential workflow improvements in reaction screening data analysis.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Meet regularly with the mentor to discuss progress, results, and future plans. Engage in team collaborations to meet research goals.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Summarize key research findings during the internship, deliver oral and poster presentations to the SMAC department and gRED scientific community.</span></p></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Program Highlights</span></b></p><ul><li><p><b><span>Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.</span></b></p></li><li><p><b><span>Program start dates are in May/June (Summer)</span></b></p></li><li><p><b><span>A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship. </span></b></p></li><li><p><span>Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.</span></p></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Who You Are</span></b></p><p></p><p><b><span>Required Education: </span></b></p><p><span>You meet one of the following criteria:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree (enrolled student). </span></p></li><li><p><span>Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student). </span></p></li><li><p><span>Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student). </span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><span><b>Required Majors:</b> Analytical Chemistry, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Material Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, </span>or a related field.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Required Skills: </span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Foundational knowledge of organic chemistry and liquid chromatography.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong experimental and data interpretation skills.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Effective written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate in a team setting.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Enthusiasm for problem-solving and innovation in analytical chemistry.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Hands-on experience on other analytical techniques (e.g., MS) is a plus.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Familiarity in Python or similar tools for data analytics is a plus.</span></p><p><span> </span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting. </span></b></p><p></p><p><span>The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of  California is $26.00-$46.00 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.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>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.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form <a target="_blank" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZWlsbfQOvFVIQgHE_iDzWUTlhZvj6FytIzjS7xq6IGh1H5g/viewform">Accommodations for Applicants</a>.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>
Key Skills
Analytical ChemistryBioengineeringChemical EngineeringBiochemistryMaterial SciencePharmaceutical SciencesOrganic ChemistryLiquid ChromatographyData InterpretationCommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingInnovationHands-On ExperiencePythonData Analytics
Categories
Science & ResearchEngineeringHealthcare
Benefits
Paid Holiday Time Off