2026 Summer Intern - Biomaterials

Cellanome•Foster City, CA

About The Position

Cellanome is a well-funded start-up focused on tackling significant challenges in biology by developing next-generation technologies. The company is building a world-class team of engineers, scientists, team builders, and problem solvers. This internship offers a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting start-up environment with capable, humble, and down-to-earth individuals. As a Summer Intern, reporting to a Scientist II, you will gain exposure to real-world biotech R&D through biomaterials-focused projects. The role involves designing and executing experiments to characterize biomaterial systems, analyzing data to generate insights, and collaborating with a cross-functional team to advance Cellanome’s technology and platform. The position requires applying principles from materials science and cell biology to iteratively develop and evaluate biomaterial systems through experimentation and data analysis. It is suited for someone intellectually curious, creative, and motivated to translate ideas into well-executed experiments and data-driven insights in a collaborative setting.

Requirements

Currently enrolled PhD student in bioengineering, chemical engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
Able to commit to a 10–12-week program during Summer 2026
Experience working with biomaterials including polymers and hydrogels
Experience with materials characterization techniques (e.g., microscopy, rheometry)
Experience evaluating cell-material interactions
Strong data analysis and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

Gain exposure to real-world biotech R&D work through biomaterials-focused projects
Design and run experiments to characterize biomaterial systems
Analyze data to generate insights
Collaborate with a cross-functional team to advance technology
Gain experience with Cellanome’s platform
Apply principles from materials science and cell biology to develop and evaluate biomaterial systems through iterative experimentation and data analysis