2026 Fall Intern - Manufacturing Operations
Department Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Materials Intern to join our Manufacturing operations team for the Fall semester. This role offers a unique, hands-on opportunity to gain insight into Gene Therapy, specifically focusing on Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV) drug substance production.
As an intern, you will bridge the gap between supply chain logistics and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) cleanroom operations. You will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Warehouse, and GMP Planning teams to ensure material readiness, optimize workflows, and maintain strict compliance standards.
This internship position is located in Philadelphia, PA, on-site.
The Opportunity
Shadow Operations: Observe and shadow cleanroom operators during the clinical manufacturing of AAV drug substance to understand the end-to-end production process.
Cross-Functional Support: Act as a liaison between the Warehouse and Manufacturing teams to facilitate smooth material transfers and ensure the consistent restocking of essential gowning materials.
SOP & Work Instructions: Evaluate existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and author clear, concise work instructions to streamline manufacturing workflows.
SAP & Data Integrity: Assist with critical data clean-up efforts, focusing on cataloging and verifying alternate materials within SAP.
Meeting Participation: Attend and actively contribute to weekly material readiness meetings.
Program Highlights
Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
Program start dates are in September (Fall).
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 be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).
Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).
Required Majors: Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Supply Chain Management, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific/technical discipline.
Required Skills:
Strong interest in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, gene therapy, or supply chain logistics.
High level of accuracy when dealing with inventory data, documentation, and compliance protocols.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaborating across different departments.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word) or Equivalent Google Suite.
Ability to work in a GMP cleanroom environment (including gowning up) and safely lift/move materials as required.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications
Prior exposure to ERP systems like SAP is a plus.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
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 Philadelphia is $21.00 -$35.00 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.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.
Skills Required
- Enrolled student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
- Major in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Supply Chain Management, Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific/technical discipline
- Strong interest in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, gene therapy, or supply chain logistics
- High level of accuracy with inventory data, documentation, and compliance protocols
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word) or equivalent Google Suite
- Ability to work in a GMP cleanroom environment (including gowning up) and safely lift/move materials
- Prior exposure to ERP systems like SAP
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Alignment with company culture and values (Integrity, Courage, Passion)
Genentech Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Genentech and has not been reviewed or approved by Genentech.
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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.
Genentech Insights
What We Do
Considered the founder of the industry, Genentech, now a member of the Roche Group, has been delivering on the promise of biotechnology for more than 40 years. Genentech is a biotechnology company dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. We're passionate about finding solutions for people facing the world's most difficult-to-treat conditions. That is why we use cutting-edge science to create and deliver innovative medicines around the globe. To us, science is personal. Making a difference in the lives of millions starts when you make a change in yours.
