2026 Summer Intern – Antibody Engineering
About The Position
Antibody Engineering Department Summary The Antibody Engineering Department leverages state-of-the-art approaches and technologies to discover and engineer antibody-based therapies to improve patient well-being. We are seeking a highly motivated and talented summer intern to join our dynamic and fast-paced environment to support this mission. The primary focus of this hands-on laboratory position will be to implement and apply molecular biology and biochemistry techniques to engineer and characterize antibodies for affinity, epitope, and other qualities. The successful candidate will work closely with Antibody Engineering scientists to deploy the above approaches to help inform broad, multi-functional efforts geared towards therapeutic development. This internship position is located in South San Francisco, on-site. The Opportunity Apply protein engineering techniques for the alteration of antibody/protein binding interactions and improvement of other developability properties. Use high-throughout biochemical techniques to rigorously characterize antibody properties (e.g. binding affinity, thermal stability, and target epitope). Perform cell-based binding and functional screening assays. Interface with colleagues within and outside of Antibody Engineering to understand and address program needs. Develop oral and written science communication skills through presentation of key findings at internal meetings and in a poster session with colleagues. Program Highlights Intensive 12-week, 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. Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.
Requirements
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student for >2 years).
- Must be pursuing a Master’s Degree (enrolled student)
- Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student)
- Required majors: Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, Immunology, or related disciplines.
- Basic biochemistry and/or molecular biology lab skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Excitement and enthusiasm to learn and develop protein engineering skills.
Nice To Haves
- Basic understanding of biochemical/biophysical concepts related to protein-protein interactions.
- Competency with mammalian cell culture.
- Experience analyzing and designing construct DNA and protein sequences.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
Responsibilities
- Apply protein engineering techniques for the alteration of antibody/protein binding interactions and improvement of other developability properties.
- Use high-throughout biochemical techniques to rigorously characterize antibody properties (e.g. binding affinity, thermal stability, and target epitope).
- Perform cell-based binding and functional screening assays.
- Interface with colleagues within and outside of Antibody Engineering to understand and address program needs.
- Develop oral and written science communication skills through presentation of key findings at internal meetings and in a poster session with colleagues.
Benefits
- Intensive 12-week, 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.
- Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.
- paid holiday time off benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
