2027 Synthetic Chemistry Intern (PhD)

AbbVie • North Chicago, IL

4d • $58,656 - $103,500

About The Position

AbbVie is seeking a motivated summer intern with experience in synthetic organic chemistry and reaction development. The intern will help develop next-generation chemical processes for late-stage and commercial small-molecule assets through a collaborative effort between Product Development, Science, and Technology (PDS&T) and Process Chemistry, focused on improving commercial processes.

The intern will plan, execute, and analyze experiments at scales ranging from microgram to decagram, using modern scientific reaction-monitoring and analysis platforms. This is a summer internship for a PhD student in Synthetic Chemistry or a related field.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a university and pursuing a PhD in Synthetic Chemistry or a related field.
• Must remain enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship.
• Experience discovering and optimizing chemical reactions.
• Experience with common analytical techniques used in organic synthesis, such as NMR and HPLC.

Nice To Haves

• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Experience with air-free chemistry and glovebox handling.
• Experience developing transition metal-mediated reactions.
• Experience with enantioselective catalysis.
• Strong collaboration skills and comfort working cross-functionally.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-throughput experimentation and reaction screening.
• Collect and analyze high-throughput data.
• Perform mechanistic analysis of organic reactions.
• Collaborate on experiments with colleagues in PDS&T and Development Sciences.
• Design and plan reactions, and perform scale-up.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Relocation support for eligible students.
• Select wellness benefits.
• Paid holiday and sick time.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Eligibility to participate in short-term incentive programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree