Biology Internship at Freud Hutch in the USA
An exciting Part-time Internship opportunity is available for students pursuing biological sciences to join the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center as a Research Intern in Seattle, Washington. This Biology internship at Fred Hutch in the USA offers hands-on experience in biomedical research, where interns will work closely with experienced scientists and participate in cutting-edge research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. The role is ideal for students looking to build a strong foundation in laboratory research, data analysis, and scientific collaboration.
Internship Details:
- Role: Research Intern
- Organization: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Location: Seattle, Washington, United States
- Department: Clinical Research Division (Hockenbery Lab)
- Type: Part-time Internship
- Working Hours: Flexible hours as needed
- Salary: $21.30 – $30.13 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
- Visa Sponsorship: Not eligible for H-1B sponsorship
About the Company:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is a leading nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, recognized globally for its pioneering contributions in cancer research and treatment. It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington. The organization is known for major breakthroughs in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy, and COVID-19 vaccine research. With multiple clinical care sites and collaborations across hospitals in several states, the center focuses on advancing biomedical research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.
Educational Requirements for this Internship:
Candidates applying for this internship should meet the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled in a college program pursuing a degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry
- Academic interest in biomedical research or medicine
- Background knowledge in Machine Learning, Bioinformatics, or the R software environment is beneficial
- Prior laboratory internship experience is preferred
Key Responsibilities:
- Attend and participate in laboratory meetings with research team members in this Biology Internship in the USA
- Analyze cell proliferation data generated through manual counts and Incucyte software
- Prepare figures and data summaries based on experimental results
- As a Research Intern, you should collaborate with lab members to support ongoing research projects
- Contribute to research efforts focused on cell metabolism and programmed cell death in this Biology Internship at Fred Hutch
Skills Required:
- Basic laboratory research skills
- Knowledge of cell biology and molecular biology concepts
- Data analysis and interpretation abilities
- Familiarity with bioinformatics, machine learning, or R programming (advantageous)
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Attention to detail and scientific curiosity
Benefits of the Biology Internship:
Working as a Research Intern at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center provides several advantages:
- Competitive hourly pay ($21.30 – $30.13)
- Access to a retirement savings plan
- Employee assistance program for support and well-being
- Paid sick leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked)
- Prorated paid holidays (up to 13 days per year)
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in world-class biomedical research and build a career pathway in life sciences.
