About the role#
The Systems and Process Operations group focuses on productivity at the intersection of business process and technology. This team simplifies work for the gRED organization by removing operational barriers and enabling effective practices. As an intern, you will support initiatives focused on system and process changes while working alongside senior team members. This is a 6-month, full-time paid internship starting in January 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support projects of varying scope related to process and system changes.
- Provide project management support for improvement projects.
- Map and analyze business processes to inform system updates.
- Recommend process improvements and assess how well they work.
- Lead and support the development of business process improvements and AI-assisted automation solutions.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Biology, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Economics.
- A passion for health life sciences.
- Some laboratory experience and exposure to project management or process improvement.
- Interest in gaining skills for automation and the practical implementation of AI tools.
- Experience or exposure to tools such as vibecoding, App Script, Claude Code, or Codex.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Alignment with our culture of Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
Location & details#
- Location: South San Francisco, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: 6 months, full-time (40 hours per week).
- Start Date: January 2027.
- Compensation: $45.00 to $52.00 per hour, plus a stipend and paid holiday time off.
About Genentech
Genentech is a biotechnology research company founded in 1976. Based in South San Francisco, the firm focuses on areas such as oncology, neuroscience, and immunology. It employs over 18,000 people across multiple locations in California and Oregon. The organization develops medicines for complex health conditions.
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