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2027 Spring Intern - Pharma Technical Development - Engineering and Manufacturing Focus

CompanyRoche
LocationSouth San Francisco
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the development and delivery of robust, cost-effective production methods for innovative therapeutics. They will be responsible for executing business-critical projects within the Clinical Supply Network, including manufacturing operations and process development engineering.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$28 - $41
Company Size
108149
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to improve people’s lives. The combined strengths of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics under one roof have made Roche the leader in personalised healthcare – a strategy that aims to fit the right treatment to each patient in the best way possible. Roche is the world’s largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology and diseases of the central nervous system. Roche is also the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. Founded in 1896, Roche continues to search for better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases and make a sustainable contribution to society. The company also aims to improve patient access to medical innovations by working with all relevant stakeholders. Thirty medicines developed by Roche are included in the World Health Organization Model Lists of Essential Medicines, among them life-saving antibiotics, antimalarials and cancer medicines. Roche has been recognised as the Group Leader in sustainability within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry ten years in a row by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI). For more information, please visit https://careers.roche.com Read our community guidelines here: https://www.roche.com/some-guidelines.htm #Roche #Biotechnology #Pharmaceuticals #Diagnostics #Healthcare #PersonalisedHealthcare #GreatPlaceToWork #Innovation
About the Role

2027 Spring Intern - Pharma Technical Development - Engineering and Manufacturing Focus

Department Summary

Pharmaceutical Technical Development (PTD) develops, delivers, and supports robust, cost-effective production methods and technologies for innovative therapeutics to meet the needs of Genentech’s Research, Development, Commercial, and Product Operations groups. The group has long been recognized as a world leader in developing large-scale manufacturing processes, sophisticated analytical methods, and effective drug delivery systems.

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

The Opportunity

As a Technical Development Intern in Engineering and Manufacturing focus, you may be assigned a project in one of the following areas within PTD Clinical Supply Network:

  • Clinical Drug Substance Manufacturing Operations

  • Process Development Engineering

  • Develop data tools for manufacturing purposes

This program provides a broad perspective and appreciation of the development of new processes, methods, and technologies at different production scales in the biotechnology industry. 

Program Highlights

  • Intensive 6 months, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.

  • Program start dates are in January (Spring)

  • 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).

  • Must have attained a Bachelor's Degree (not currently enrolled in a graduate program).

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

  • Must have attained a Master's Degree.

Required Majors: Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biophysics, or related disciplines. 

Required Skills: 

  • Detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and self-directed individual who is excited about tackling complex and creative scientific challenges in an industrial setting.

  • Ability to show a high degree of adaptive capacity 

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.

  • Relevant work experience in research labs or the biotechnology industry is desirable.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting. 

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of  California is $28.00 - $41.00 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.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.

Key Skills
BiotechnologyChemical engineeringBiomedical engineeringMechanical engineeringBioengineeringPharmaceutical engineeringChemistryBiologyMicrobiologyBiophysicsData toolsManufacturing operationsProcess developmentCommunicationCollaborationInterpersonal skills
Categories
Science & ResearchEngineeringManufacturingHealthcareData & Analytics
Benefits
Paid internshipStipendPaid holiday time off