Paid Molecular Biology Internship at Genentech USA
Are you searching for a cutting-edge Paid Molecular Biology internship that combines science, safety, and real-world pharmaceutical impact? This Summer Internship at Genentech offers one of the most competitive Internships in USA for students and Internships for Life Science Graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in translational safety, toxicology, and product quality.
About the Company
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is a global biotechnology leader advancing innovative therapeutics that improve lives worldwide. Through science-driven innovation, Genentech careers empower professionals and interns to collaborate across disciplines, ensuring safe and effective medicines for patients across the globe.
Internship Details:
- Intern Title: Translational Safety: Product Quality & Occupational Toxicology 2026 Summer Intern
- Company: Genentech (Roche)
- Job ID: 202512-132024
- Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)
- Schedule: Full Time (40 hours/week)
- Location: South San Francisco, CA (On-Site)
Department Overview
Translational Safety delivers integrated, risk-based assessments that support the rapid development of transformative therapeutics. The Product Quality and Occupational Toxicology (PQOT) team protects both patients and workers by establishing health-based exposure limits and conducting toxicology-driven risk assessments across the drug lifecycle—from early discovery through commercialization.
PQOT partners cross-functionally to support:
- Health-Based Exposure Limits (HBELs)
- Acceptable Daily Exposures (ADEs)
- Toxicology-Based Limits (TBLs)
- Extractables & Leachables assessments
- Occupational exposure limits and safety documentation
Paid Molecular Biology internship Overview
This internship focuses on understanding how Acceptable Daily Exposures (ADEs) for small molecule therapeutics are derived early in development when data are limited. You will work closely with PQOT toxicologists to curate and analyze historical datasets, identify trends across compound classes and mechanisms of action, and build a database that informs early-stage safety decision-making.
This role provides hands-on exposure to toxicology, data analysis, and risk-based frameworks used in pharmaceutical development.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and curate a database of small molecule attributes and safety characteristics
- Analyze historical toxicology data to identify trends across compound classes, mechanisms of action, and therapeutic areas
- Support early-stage risk assessments and default safety recommendations for new compounds
- Participate in scientific discussions that influence early safety guidance
Required Education
Must meet one of the following:
- Pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s Degree
- Pursuing or completed a Master’s Degree
- Pursuing a PhD
Required Majors
- Toxicology
- Cellular, Molecular, or Cancer Biology
- Biochemistry
- Genetics
- Immunology
- Bioengineering
- Related scientific disciplines
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Scientific writing and interpretation of complex datasets
- Alignment with Genentech values: Integrity, Courage, and Passion
Required Skills for Paid Molecular Biology internship
- Strong interest in pharmaceutical development, patient safety, and worker safety
- Understanding of human biology and biochemistry
- Ability to conduct scientific literature reviews and cite sources
- Data visualization and analysis skills (e.g., Excel)
- Familiarity with data analysis techniques
- Self-motivated, quick learner, reliable, and enthusiastic
Compensation and Benefits
- Hourly Range (CA): $26.00 – $46.00
- Pay determined by experience, qualifications, and location
- Includes paid holiday time off
- Relocation benefits are not available.
Paid Molecular Biology internship Program Highlights
- 12-week paid summer internship (May/June 2026 start)
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Location-based stipend to support living expenses
- Ownership of impactful, business-critical projects
- Exposure to cross-functional teams within Roche and Genentech
- Final project presentation to senior leadership
- Professional development curriculum, networking, and workshops
- Participation in intern committees, volunteer projects, and team-building activities
