2026 Summer Intern - Personalized Healthcare Solutions (PHCS) Assay Development Intern

Roche

4d•$45 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

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 - Personalized Healthcare Solutions (PHCS) Assay Development Intern We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love. Department Summary We are Personalized Healthcare Solutions (PHCS) Assay Development. Our mission is to develop diagnostic products of the highest quality to ensure that every cancer patient receives the most beneficial treatment option through targeted therapy. To do this, we develop high medical value diagnostic assays that identify the appropriate patients who will respond to specific targeted therapies. In addition, we partner with pharmaceutical companies to enable clinical trial initiation by providing assays for new drug targets. This internship position is located in Tucson, on-site . The Opportunity Join our dynamic Development team in Tucson as an R&D Assay Development Intern. Unique, hands-on opportunity to learn the essential role of a scientist in the biotechnology industry, working on the development and/or implementation of new assays, equipment, and tools. Contribute to impactful, business-critical projects under the guidance of experienced professionals. 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. Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.

Requirements

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.
Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).
Must have attained a PhD.
A Bachelor's. Master's, or PhD degree in a biological science, such as Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field. Internships are available to students in their Junior or Senior year.
An innovative, data-driven mindset focused on business value and results.
Must have sufficient lab bench experience in a research-oriented lab.
Must have basic understanding of molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, and/or biochemistry.
Must be motivated and scientifically curious.
Experienced in conducting bioassays independently.
Concise, timely, and fluent communication with Stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
Experience with Immunohistochemistry and/or basic molecular biology techniques desired.