Scientific Applications Intern (Summer 2026)

Promega • Madison, WI

112d

About The Position

The Scientific Applications team works directly with customers as well as teams across the company on projects that influence product research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We provide highly flexible, lab-based scientific support across the diverse range of Promega's products. To do so, we adapt Promega chemistries to solve customers' unique problems and optimize existing products for new uses. We are positioned to directly help scientists in academic, biotech, and medical diagnostics industries to solve technology-related problems. Our projects result in an immediate impact, making the work highly rewarding. We frequently learn about new fields and technologies, and we work collaboratively to share that knowledge. We are located in the Kornberg Center, with beautiful and spacious facilities and access to advanced scientific equipment to support our research objectives. We are motivated scientists who like to learn, and we have a good time doing it!

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a life sciences undergraduate program in biochemistry, molecular biology, or similar.
• Completed two years of course and laboratory work prior to summer 2026, including biochemistry, molecular biology and/or cell biology.
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean laboratory environment.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision and with other team members in a cooperative manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid purification, PCR, and electrophoresis.
• Experience with handling biological samples.
• Computer background and experience with Windows based programs.

Responsibilities

• Execute nucleic acid purification protocols.
• Evaluate the quality of nucleic acid preparations by electrophoresis and spectrophotometric analysis and performance in downstream applications such as polymerase chain reactions (PCR), including real-time PCR.
• Communicate experimental goals, methods, results and conclusions through written reports and oral presentations.
• Maintain clear and complete records of laboratory procedures and results.
• Maintain mammalian cells through routine tissue culture.
• Monitor cell health and expand cultures as needed for Applications experiments.
• Perform Applications experiments with Promega products based on customer inquiries and concerns and in support of product development efforts.
• Communicate results to appropriate staff.
• Understand and comply with all elements of the Promega Quality System outlined for the position.
• Demonstrate inclusion through their own words and actions and be accountable for a safe workspace.
• Act with kindness, curiosity and respect for others.
• Embrace and be open to incorporating Promega's 6 Emotional & Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles in daily work.
• Understand and comply with ethical, legal and regulatory requirements applicable to our business.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree