About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship based in New Haven, Connecticut. You will work within the Product Development and Clinical Supply organization during the summer of 2027. The role is strictly on-site, requiring you to be in the laboratory 4-5 days per week.
What you'll do#
- Run experimental studies to assess the purity and heterogeneity of therapeutic proteins.
- Build characterization assays and profiles.
- Present your scientific findings to the analytical and product development teams.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- You are a rising Junior or Senior with an anticipated graduation date after August 2027.
- You have 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting.
- You possess foundational knowledge of proteins and the analytical methods used to monitor them.
- You are eager to learn new technical skills.
- You have strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration.
- You are proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- You must have US work authorization that does not require future sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: New Haven, CT.
- Term: June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027.
- Compensation: $37-$39 per hour.
- Note: This role does not provide relocation assistance or OPT support.
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a public pharmaceutical manufacturing company. It focuses on research, development, and global business operations. The company maintains offices in Cambridge and Sodertalje. It employs over 80,000 people.
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