2027 Spring Intern - gRED Business Operations (Systems & Process)
Department Summary
The Systems and Process Operations group within Business Operations is a targeted, collaborative, multi-skilled team that is focused on addressing productivity opportunities at the intersection of business process and technology. Team members help simplify work processes for the gRED organization by removing operational barriers, accelerating delivery, and enabling the implementation of effective practices. We do this by providing guidance and leadership in the design and implementation of simplified processes and automation mechanisms that improve efficiency and reduce organizational friction.
This internship position is located in South San Francisco, onsite.
The Opportunity
- This role will support initiatives of varying scope focused on process and system changes, with support and guidance from senior members within Business Operations.
- Provide project management support for systems and process improvement projects.
- Provide recommendations for process improvements and assess their effectiveness.
- Assist in mapping and analyzing business processes to support system improvement initiatives.
- Lead and support development and implementation of value-added business process improvement and AI-assisted automation solutions.
Program Highlights
- Intensive 6 months, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
- Program start dates are in January 2027 (Spring).
- 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 or have attained an Associate's Degree.
- 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: Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Biology, Biotechnology, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics.
Required Skills
The ideal candidate will have a passion for health life sciences, some laboratory experience, some exposure to project management/ process improvement, and some experience and/or interest in gaining skills for automation and practical implementation of AI/agentic tools in an operational context.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
- Some exposure/experience with vibecoding, App Script, Claude Code, Codex.
Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $45.00-$52.00 hourly. 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
- Must be pursuing or have attained an Associate's Degree
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree as an enrolled student
- Must have attained a Bachelor's Degree and not be currently enrolled in a graduate program
- Must be pursuing a Master's Degree as an enrolled student
- Major in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Biology, Biotechnology, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or Economics
- Passion for health life sciences
- Some laboratory experience
- Some exposure to project management or process improvement
- Some experience or interest in automation and practical implementation of AI or agentic tools in an operational context
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
- Exposure or experience with vibecoding, App Script, Claude Code, or Codex
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.
