2026 Summer Intern - Product Development - Immunology - Rheumatology and Nephrology

2026 Summer Intern - Product Development - Immunology - Rheumatology and Nephrology

Department Summary

Join a team where "product development" means "life-changing." In our Immunology group, we specialize in the high-stakes, high-impact world of both Rheumatology and Nephrology, pushing innovative therapies through the final, critical hurdles of development to reach patients facing significant unmet needs. We don't just manage a portfolio; we drive a massive engine of concurrent global trials and diverse projects aimed at dismantling complex autoimmune conditions. As a 2026 Summer Intern, you won't be sitting on the sidelines-you'll be embedded in a fast-paced environment where the science is rigorous, the pipeline is deep, and the mission is clear: turning breakthrough molecules into the next standard of care.

This internship position is located in South San Francisco, On - Site.

The Opportunity

• Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary global team meetings, collaborating with Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams to ensure clinical development plans align with patient needs and market access strategies.

• Support the clinical lead in analyzing emerging data from Phase II/III trials, helping to identify trends or signals that inform unique results and perhaps contribute to future protocol adjustments and future study designs in Rheumatology and Nephrology.

• Identify and complete a specific Summer project related to one or more aspects of clinical trial results and outcomes.

• Network with other Summer Interns and cross-functional teammates to learn about all aspects of drug development

• Present findings of Summer internship at an internal Genentech meeting at the end of the Summer.

Program Highlights

• 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.

Who You Are

Required Education:

You meet one of the following criteria:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).

• Must have attained a Bachelor's Degree (not currently enrolled in a graduate program).

• Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).

Required Majors: Liberal arts, Humanities, or Science.

Required Skills:

• Collaborative Spirit: A "team-first" mentality with the interpersonal skills needed to work across different functional areas (like clinical, regulatory, or data science) in a highly matrixed organization.

• Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments: Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects or priorities simultaneously-whether in a lab, a previous internship, or a rigorous academic setting.

• Analytical Curiosity: A proven ability to synthesize complex information from scientific literature or data sets and translate it into clear, actionable insights.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

• Excellent communication and collaboration.

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

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $24.00 - $40.00 per 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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