2025 Summer Intern - Research Contracts Group
Department Summary
The Research Contracts Group (RCG) supports the scientific goals of Genentech’s Research and Computation Departments, by drafting and negotiating contracts, including management of the entire contract life cycle from initial request through post-execution activities
This is a paid internship, located in South San Francisco, on-site.
Intern Responsibilities:
- Assist members of RCG with the preparation, drafting and negotiation of various agreements, including: licenses, material transfers, laboratory services, collaborations, amendments, SOWs, etc.
- Partner with Genentech scientists, department heads, and legal, compliance, risk management, and financial departments as necessary, to ensure that the aforementioned contracts adequately address Genentech’s scientific and business needs and comply with Genentech policies.
- Review and analyze active agreements to determine contractual requirements, in addition to flagging any contracts that may require updating to align with current compliance, business and legal policies.
- Assist with special projects to support contract management goals and promote operational efficiency.
- Manage contract lifecycle milestones, including financial obligations, legal updates, extensions and other administrative activities using corporate systems and processes.
Program Highlights
- Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
- Program start dates are in May/June
- 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)
Required Education:
You meet one of the following criteria:
- Must have attained a Bachelor's Degree (not currently enrolled in a graduate program).
- Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).
- Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).
- Must be pursuing a JD (enrolled student).
Preferred Majors: Bachelors in a scientific or legal discipline a plus, but will also consider business disciplines, and currently enrolled in a scientific PhD, JD, or MBA program
Required Skills:
- Demonstrated proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
- Strong ability to problem-solve and think critically.
- Outstanding time management and organization skills
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:
- Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion
- Contract drafting and/or experience working in a tech transfer or legal office
- Science background preferred but not required
Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of STATE is $23-$41 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.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescriptions, supported by HSAs/FSAs and broad wellness resources. On‑site fitness and health centers, mental‑health clinicians, and specialized programs like fully covered preventive cancer screenings and menopause support deepen the offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with up to a 4% company match plus an additional annual 6% company contribution to eligible pay. Additional financial protections such as life and accident insurance complement salary, bonuses, and stock options.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away includes about 20 paid vacation days, paid holidays, personal days, and a year‑end shutdown. A paid six‑week sabbatical every six years notably expands long‑term time‑off flexibility.
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