Paid Internship

Equillium • San Diego, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Equillium is seeking motivated and self-driven Research Interns (RI) to join its research team for a long-term engagement. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an immunology-focused research lab. Under guided mentorship, the RI will provide essential lab management and administrative support for Equillium’s San Diego-based lab space. The role also involves learning and performing molecular biology and immunology research techniques, with opportunities to contribute to assignments of moderate complexity, including conducting experiments, making detailed observations, analyzing data, and interpreting results. Additional scientifically related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled within an undergraduate program in a science-focused degree.
• Not currently seeking candidates who have graduated or will be graduating in the spring of 2027.
• 0-6 months of relevant experience in a biology focused laboratory, such as a semester long undergraduate research project or a temporary assignment in industry
• Some laboratory experience in biology, chemical biology, or related discipline (relevant courses may be considered for laboratory experience)
• Mechanical aptitude with operating laboratory equipment, basic maintenance, and calibration with minimal supervision
• High motivation and independence in reading scientific literature and performing experiments under supervision
• Highly self-motivated
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office suite
• Flexibility to adapt in a cross-functional and dynamic, “start-up” type environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lab maintenance
• Inventory management: placing orders and restocking supplies
• Receive packages and file documentations for financial review
• Keep track of equipment inventory, service due date and assist in scheduling service appointment with vendors
• Provide lab support to research team: biohazardous waste management, buffer formulations, lab housekeeping and organization
• Performing experiments
• Making detailed observations
• Analyzing data
• Interpreting results

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern