Small Molecule Bioscience Intern (Undergraduate)
About The Position
We are looking for sophomore and junior students majoring in the biosciences, chemistry, or a related field for a 10-week internship role in Waltham, MA from June 1 2026 to August 7 2026. Position Description: Design and performing a variety of molecular and cellular biology experiments including cell culture, western blot, RT-PCR, CRISPR-based gene editing, etc. Maintain multiple cancer cell lines to support research activities Test drug candidates using biochemical and cell-based assays Collect and analyze experimental results; Record experimental procedures and scientific findings in lab notebook Summarize and present frequent updates at project team meetings
Requirements
- Sophomore and junior students majoring in the biosciences, chemistry, or a related field.
- Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026.
- US Work Authorization is required at time of application. This role will not be offering CPT support.
- Knowledge of basic biology techniques such as cell culture, PCR, and Western Blot is preferred
- Strong enthusiasm and work ethic
- Excellent communication and organization skills
- Experience with MS Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) required.
- Ability to report onsite to Waltham, MA 5 days per week.
- This role will not provide relocation assistance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Adobe Software and GraphPad Prism preferred.
- Strong desire to pursue a scientific career in the future
- Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design.
Responsibilities
- Design and performing a variety of molecular and cellular biology experiments including cell culture, western blot, RT-PCR, CRISPR-based gene editing, etc.
- Maintain multiple cancer cell lines to support research activities
- Test drug candidates using biochemical and cell-based assays
- Collect and analyze experimental results
- Record experimental procedures and scientific findings in lab notebook
- Summarize and present frequent updates at project team meetings
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
