2025 Summer Intern – Roche Diagnostic Solutions Sequencing Network
We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.
Department Summary
Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to improve people’s lives. The combined strengths of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics under one roof have made Roche the leader in personalized healthcare – a strategy that aims to fit the right treatment to each patient in the best way possible. Roche is the world’s largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology and diseases of the central nervous system. Roche is also the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management.
Join the dynamic team at Roche Diagnostic Solutions! We're developing cutting-edge technology to power tomorrow’s precision diagnostics. Come be part of an innovative and impactful team that is shaping the future of healthcare solutions!
This internship position is located in Santa Clara, California, on site.
Key Responsibilities
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Design, write, modify, test, and debug software applications. Write maintainable, reliable, reusable, secure, performant code.
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Participate in design and code reviews to ensure adherence to architecture, coding standards and best practices.
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Contribute to project documentation, including design specifications, and technical documentation.
Program Highlights
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Intensive 12-weeks, full time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
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Program start dates are in May/June 2025
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A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.
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Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.
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Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.
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Professional & personal development curriculum throughout the program, including networking opportunities, workshops, and panel discussions
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Participate in volunteer projects, social events, and team-building activities
The Opportunity
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The intern role will give you hands-on experience with architecture, design, implementation, and testing as you ensure we build products customers trust and love.
Required Education
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Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student)
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Must have attained a Bachelor's Degree
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Pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student)
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Attained a Master's Degree
Required Majors
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Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline
Required skills
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Proficient in Java
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Experience with micro-services architecture, messaging, multi-threading
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Familiarity with database management using Postgres or other relational database
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Knowledge of testing tools and frameworks, including Junit, Test NG, Mockito.
Preferred Qualifications
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Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
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Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
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Experience with back-end framework such as Spring, Spring Boot
Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $45-$50 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.
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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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