2026 Summer Intern - Research Pathology; Histopathology
About The Position
This position is embedded within the Pathology Core labs of the Genentech Research Pathology. Department and is focused on development and application of tissue based procedures and imaging protocols. The successful candidate will provide scientific and technical expertise for optimizing the highly complex process of creating and data entry and extraction for Tissue Micro Arrays (TMA) histopathology assays to support research scientists and pathologists who discover and develop drugs for the treatment of cancer, autoimmune diseases, metabolic diseases, ocular and neurological diseases. The Core labs at Genentech are state-of-the art labs equipped with novel technologies and automated platforms, and develops techniques primarily for discovery research using both standard and internally developed methodologies. This internship position is located in South San Francisco, on-site.
Requirements
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).
- Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).
- Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).
- Required Majors: Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of histology processes through coursework or hands-on laboratory experience.
- Foundational experience with coding or computational tools (e.g., coursework, projects, or research experience).
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to tissue microarray (TMA) construction through coursework or research experience.
- Experience or interest in workflow optimization, including elements of data and image management.
- Experience with project coordination or project management in an academic or research setting.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
Responsibilities
- Optimize the Tissue Microarray (TMA) process from tissue selection to image analysis for current projects and for potential new system development.
Benefits
- Intensive12-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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
