2026 Summer Intern - Public Affairs & Access: Science Communications (Corporate Communications)
About The Position
Public Affairs & Access is a multi-disciplinary organization that includes Access Solutions & Patient Support; Channel & Contract Management; Corporate Communications; External Affairs; Patient Strategy; Policy, Evidence, & Access Strategy; and Strategic Business Operations. Our mission is to drive positive change in the healthcare system so that every patient can access our science. We lead the development of meaningful partnerships, forward-looking pricing, contracting and distribution strategies, and proactive policy solutions that advance a more equitable and hopeful future for all of those who need our therapies. Science Communications is seeking a summer intern to support our external communications work for Genentech’s research and early development organization. The intern will help our work in highlighting scientific breakthroughs with novel approaches and showcasing our talented scientists and researchers to elevate Genentech’s reputation as the best place to conduct cutting-edge science.
Requirements
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree (must be currently enrolled in a degree program at a university or are within 2-years of graduation from their last degree)
- Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Science
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.
Responsibilities
- Support the development and implementation of Genentech’s Research and Early Development (gRED) external communications plan
- Support the execution of new and existing communications initiatives (Behind the Science gene.com editorials, social media campaigns, Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar Podcast, etc.)
- Coordinate with Genentech Corporate and Internal Communications teams to develop stories about gRED science and milestones
Benefits
- Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
- Program start dates are in May/June (Summer)
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
