Forge Biologics · 1 month ago
Summer Intern - Quality Control (Microbiology Testing)
Columbus, Ohio
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringForge Biologics is a company focused on enabling access to life-changing gene therapies. They are seeking a Quality Control (QC) – Microbiology Testing Intern to support environmental monitoring and microbiological testing activities while gaining hands-on experience in a regulated laboratory environment.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Assist with environmental monitoring sampling in classified cleanroom areas (air, surfaces, personnel) and perform Microbiological/Bioburden testing for raw materials, buffers, incoming media, in-process samples and final products
Assist with preparation of SOPs, methods, work instructions, and testing forms
Support data entry and documentation for environmental monitoring results in compliance with cGMP requirements
Help prepare and maintain QC records, logs, and reports for regulatory audits
Participate in investigations and trending analysis of environmental data under guidance from QC Analysts
Gain exposure to aseptic techniques, contamination control strategies, and quality systems
Collaborate with QC and Manufacturing teams to ensure timely completion of monitoring activities
Qualification
Required
Incoming junior or senior for Summer 2026, currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university
Minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent
Majoring in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, or related life sciences field
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work in a controlled environment
Interest in microbiology, contamination control, and quality assurance principles
Company
Forge Biologics
Forge Biologics is a gene therapy development engine, enabling access to life changing gene therapy programs.
Founded in 2020
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (7)
2024 (4)
2023 (2)
2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$330MKey Investors
State of OhioMidCap FinancialRA Capital Management
2023-11-13Acquired
2022-09-12Series C· $90M
2022-01-10Grant
Leadership Team
Timothy J. Miller, Ph.D. (he/him)
Cofounder, President & CEO
Erandi De Silva, PhD
Co-founder, Senior Vice President of Product Development
Recent News
2025-12-24
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