Genentech · 8 hours ago
2026 Summer Intern - Synthetic Molecule Process Chemistry
South San Francisco, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$45/hr - $50/hr
Start in 2026 SummerGenentech is a leading biotechnology company that focuses on translating innovative drug candidates into safe, robust manufacturing processes. They are seeking a 2026 Summer Intern in Synthetic Molecule Process Chemistry to work with cheminformatics tools, develop machine learning models, and optimize lipid nanoparticles for drug delivery.
BiotechnologyLife ScienceManufacturing
Responsibilities
Use cheminformatics tools to parameterize a set of ionizable lipids for lipid nanoparticles (LNP)
Develop machine learning models to predict the encapsulation efficiency, immune response, and in vivo distribution of LNPs
Generate recommendations for new ionizable lipids and other components to refine the LNP delivery system
Engage in multiple rounds of optimization in collaboration with Synthetic Molecule Pharmaceutics (Formulations / Solid State)
Develop visualizations using python libraries to communicate results
Qualification
Required
Must be pursuing or have attained an Associate's Degree
Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student)
Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student)
Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student)
Required Majors: Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science
Candidate must have a background in chemistry or biology, including coursework in organic chemistry
Candidate must have familiarity with python programming, preferably should be familiar with the standard scientific python stack (numpy, scipy, scikit-learn) including hands-on experience with machine learning methods
Preferred
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion
Familiarity with cheminformatics tools such as RDKit or OpenBabel
Experience with building interactive visualizations in python
Familiarity with Jupyter Notebooks
Benefits
Paid holiday time off benefits
Company
Genentech
Genentech is a biotechnology research company that specializes in genetic testing and personalized medicines.
Founded in 1976
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2009-03-26Acquired
1999-07-20IPO
1976-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Ashley Magargee
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Laird
Vice President, Global MSAT Drug Substance Biologics Technology and Commercial Products Support
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