Biochemistry Internship at Biogen USA
Looking for a competitive Paid Biochemistry Internship in the biotechnology industry? This exciting opportunity under Biogen Careers offers a six-month Internship in the USA within the Analytical Development Biologics group in Cambridge, MA. It is a premium Internship opportunity for life science graduates seeking hands-on experience in LC-MS proteomics, biologics characterization, and advanced analytical method development.
About Biogen
Biogen is a global biotechnology company committed to excellence and innovation. As a mid-sized organization, Biogen combines stability and resources with an environment that values individual contributions. Employees are provided opportunities for growth, skill development, and meaningful impact while contributing to the development of life-changing medicines.
Biogen fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging, reflecting the communities it serves. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. Biogen participates in E-Verify in the United States.
Internship Details:
- Internship Title: Co-op, Analytical Development Biologics
- Company: Biogen
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
- Work Type: On Campus
- Employment Type: Full-Time (Co-op)
- Job Requisition ID: REQ22299
- Duration: 6 months (July – December 2026)
- Job Level: Internship
Position Overview
Biogen is seeking a motivated co-op student to join the Analytical Development Biologics group in Cambridge, MA. This six-month opportunity supports the team’s mission to develop advanced analytical methods that drive innovation and support biologics portfolios.
The selected candidate will gain practical experience in analytical development within a biopharmaceutical environment while contributing to impactful scientific initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize LC-MS-based methods to characterize and quantify host cell proteins (HCP) in biologics
- Execute developed LC-MS HCP methods to generate decision-enabling data for process development and cross-functional teams
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary stakeholders to support analytical and process development efforts
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is curious, motivated, and interested in gaining hands-on experience in analytical development within a biopharmaceutical setting.
Preferred experience and familiarity include:
- Sample preparation techniques for mass spectrometry-based proteomics approaches
- Hands-on experience with mass spectrometry instruments and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)
- Familiarity with proteomics software tools such as Proteome Discoverer, MaxQuant, and Skyline
Eligibility Requirements
- Have legal authorization to work in the United States
- Be at least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
- Be currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college, university, or skills program/apprenticeship
Education Requirements
- Currently pursuing a PhD or Master’s degree
- Major in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biological or Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field
Compensation
- Base hourly compensation range: $29.00 – $31.00
- Actual hourly wage will be determined based on academic level and degree candidacy (Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, JD, MD, PhD, MBA), in compliance with state and local wage requirements
Benefits of Paid Biochemistry Internship
- Company-paid holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Participation in Employee Resource Groups
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
