Roche-posted 23 days ago
$50 - $50/Yr
Full-time • Intern
Onsite • Tucson, AZ
5,001-10,000 employees

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters. The Position 2026 Summer Intern - Pathology Lab Research & Early Development Engineering We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love. Department Summary Pathology Lab Research & Early Development (PLRED) identifies, evaluates and matures technologies for Pathology Lab and Oncology Diagnostic applications. We are a multi-disciplinary team with a broad range of scientific and engineering experience and skills. This internship position is located in Tucson, on-site. The Opportunity This project is centered on improving laboratory workflow efficiency through automation. The intern will be responsible for designing and developing a prototype robotic or automated solution for precision handling and movement of critical diagnostic components (such as slides, tubes, or cartridges) used in our instruments.

  • Mechanical design, component selection and hands-on prototyping: Modify the existing mechanical components of a small-scale automation system & procure prototype parts.
  • Control system design, component selection and hands-on prototyping: Modify the existing control logic and motion systems, identify required sensors & procure prototype parts.
  • System integration & testing: Integrate all components, update & debug code, leading to successful demonstration of required capabilities.
  • Documentation: Create engineering documentation, including system specifications, code structure, troubleshooting guide.
  • Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).
  • Must have attained a Master's Degree.
  • Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).
  • Must have attained a PhD.
  • Open to any Engineering or Science major that has the required skills.
  • Demonstrated experience of working hands-on with robotics/automation systems.
  • Demonstrated experience with mechanical CAD software (preferably SolidWorks).
  • Demonstrated experience with software prototyping.
  • Basic understanding of electromechanical control systems, including motion control, sensing and coordinate systems.
  • Familiarity with embedded software.
  • Familiarity with one or more robotic or automation platforms.
  • Experience with computer vision libraries for object detection or guidance.
  • Strong problem solving skills and willingness to learn.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
  • 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.
  • Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.
  • paid holiday time off benefits
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