2026 Summer Intern – Discovery Immunology and Ophthalmology

The Discovery Immunology and Ophthalmology Department at Genentech develops innovative therapeutics to restore, protect, and rejuvenate tissues and organs, with a focus on immune- and vision-related diseases. Working in a highly collaborative environment across Research and Early Development, the department leverages diverse modalities and cutting-edge technologies to translate foundational biology into transformative medicines for patients.

This internship position is located in South San Francisco, on-site.

As a Summer Intern, you will contribute to a highly innovative retinal cell therapy project and collaborate closely with researchers across Genentech. Responsibilities include:

• Designing, performing, and analyzing cell culture experiments to support model development and characterization using molecular biology, imaging, and bioengineering approaches.

• Progressively conducting experiments independently and analyzing data to elucidate mechanisms underlying age-related macular degeneration (AMD) biology.

• Reading and critically evaluating primary scientific literature relevant to the project.

• Actively participating in team meetings, seminars, and scientific discussions.

• Preparing a scientific poster and presenting findings in a final departmental presentation.

• Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.

• Program start dates are in May/June 2026.

• A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship. 

• Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.

• Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.

You meet one of the following criteria:

• Must have attained a Master's Degree.

• Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).​

Required Majors: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, or a related field.

Required Skills: 

• 2+ years of research experience in academic and/or biotechnology laboratory settings.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, demonstrated through poster or oral presentations at regional or national meetings.

• Ability to design experiments, troubleshoot technical challenges, and work independently with appropriate guidance.

• Highly motivated, proactive, and driven, with a commitment to learning in a new scientific area.

• Interest in learning the fundamentals of drug discovery in an industry environment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

• Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.

• Experience with stem cell culture and differentiation.

• Familiarity with bioengineering approaches and/or omics technologies.

• Laboratory experience with tissue dissociation, cell sorting, and aseptic technique.

• Proficiency in standard wet lab techniques, including pipetting and quantitative measurements.

• Experience reading and interpreting scientific literature.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills; familiarity with tools such as Google Calendar, Slack, or similar platforms.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting. 

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $40.00-$46.00 hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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