Intern, Process Biochemistry
About The Position
About the Role: This application is for a 12-week internship role from June - August 2026. Resume review begins in February 2026. The Process Biochemistry group develops and characterizes Biogen’s downstream unit operations. Unit operations include chromatography, dead end filtration and tangential flow filtration (TFF). This position will support the general characterization of TFF operations. What You’ll Do: Shifts in retentate pH and excipient concentrations are common during TFF operations. These shifts may be a result the Gibb’s Donan effect, or protein exclusion. The candidate chosen for the position will define a “toolbox” to be used to help characterize pH and excipient shifts across TFF unit operations performed at Biogen. This will be accomplished by; Perform a literature review on current understanding of pH and excipient shifts during TFF operations and models used to characterize these shifts Summarize internal data regarding ph and excipient concentration shifts in characterized TFF operations Perform TFF experiments to support mechanistic or empirical models Who You Are: Familiarity with drug substance downstream unit operations Familiarity with mechanistic or empirical modeling is desirable. Experience performing literature reviews Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management and organizational skills. To participate in the Biogen Internship or Co-op Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria: Legal authorization to work in the U.S. At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date. Currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college, university or skills program/apprenticeship. Education Exceptional undergraduate student who has completed at least three years of program, or a first year Master’s program, with 0-2+ years’ experience desired Desired majors include: Bio/Chemical Engineering, Biomanufacturing or related field Job Level: Internship Additional Information The base compensation range for this role is: $23.00-$29.00 The actual hourly wage offered will consider the candidate’s current academic level and degree candidacy, inclusive of Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, JD, MD, PhD and MBA programs. It will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements specific to the job location. In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a range of benefits designed to support our educational employees, including, but not limited to: Company paid holidays Commuter benefits Employee Resource Groups participation 80 hours of sick time per calendar year Why Biogen? We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives. At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
Requirements
- Familiarity with drug substance downstream unit operations
- Experience performing literature reviews
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management and organizational skills
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college, university or skills program/apprenticeship.
- Exceptional undergraduate student who has completed at least three years of program, or a first year Master’s program, with 0-2+ years’ experience desired
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with mechanistic or empirical modeling is desirable.
- Desired majors include: Bio/Chemical Engineering, Biomanufacturing or related field
Responsibilities
- Perform a literature review on current understanding of pH and excipient shifts during TFF operations and models used to characterize these shifts
- Summarize internal data regarding ph and excipient concentration shifts in characterized TFF operations
- Perform TFF experiments to support mechanistic or empirical models
Benefits
- Company paid holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Employee Resource Groups participation
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
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