At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
The Position
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 and growing capabilities in data-driven medical insights help Roche deliver genuinely personalized healthcare. Roche is working with partners across the healthcare sector to provide the best care for each person.
This 3-month summer internship will provide career opportunities while removing barriers. You will have the opportunity to explore business areas outside your typical scope of education. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding the varied healthcare needs of people. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for exceptional care. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
Roche Pharma Technical Operations (PT): PT is Roche's pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The departments include Supply Chain to Regulatory Affairs, Finance People, and Culture. The internship will provide the opportunity to learn the basic concepts working a regulated environment and how to navigate working for a multinational company like Roche. Click here to learn more about the different departments and previous projects.
Duration: The positions are full or part-time, and the internship runs from the beginning of July to the end of September 2025. Please note that you must be available for the in-country kick-off at the start of July and final presentations during the week of the 15th of September (in-person or virtually).
Location: Switzerland, Germany, or the UK. Depending on your proximity to the respective offices, the work format can be in-person, virtual or hybrid. The candidate should have work permits or visas to work in the UK, EU or CH. Travel to Basel is expected, and Roche will support obtaining the required travel permits/visas.
Qualifications: Currently studying for your bachelor's and Master's degree.
Skills: We seek students who enjoy teamwork and think outside the box.Team players willing to share their ideas and find solutions to challenges while considering their own and other perspectives.
Please check out the OUR website for more details and answers to any questions.
Application Process:
The OUR was developed for students who may find it difficult to advance through university and into a career due to barriers. This program will provide career opportunities while removing obstacles. The application process is split into three main phases :
Phase I: Cover letter & CV
Our focus in this first stage is to understand why you have applied for this role and what you will bring to the role to ensure team and personal success. As part of your cover letter, Roche is keen to understand how you would bring your unique self to Roche and your motivation in applying for this position. You should try and address the following points:
>> If you had to choose a single example or achievement in your life that shows your unique self and would make you suitable for this role, what would it be and why?
Your cover letter and CV should be in English, and the Cover letter should not exceed one page.
Phase II: Video Interview (Expected dates: Week commencing 7th April)
- You will be required to answer a few questions within a short period. This video will be recorded and shared within Roche.
- The questions are designed to establish your unique perspective on how you see the world.
Phase III: Virtual Interview (Expected dates: Week commencing 28th April)
- Two interviewers will converse with you to get to know you better and give you a deeper insight into the program.
- The focus will be on how you could contribute to Roche and the growth opportunities we see for the candidate.
Please submit all applications by 3rd April.
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Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let’s build a healthier future, together.
With round about 8,000 employees Mannheim is the third largest Roche site in the world. It headquarters the Diabetes Care business unit and the sales organization of diagnostics products and is the hub of the worldwide diagnostics business. From your beginning with Roche, our motivated team will welcome and support you. Numerous opportunities for personal development, flexible work hours, attractive compensation packages and special family assistance programs are available.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Roche Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Roche and has not been reviewed or approved by Roche.
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Retirement Support — U.S. materials describe a 401(k) with both matching and an additional company contribution, supported by formal plan documents and true‑up features. This structure is positioned as a standout element of the total package, particularly at Genentech.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time‑off provisions include substantial vacation, a year‑end shutdown, and a paid six‑week sabbatical after six years. These elements indicate a recharge‑oriented approach within the U.S. offering.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health resources alongside well‑being programs. Benefits pages consistently highlight breadth across core health coverage elements.
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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 personalised 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. Founded in 1896, Roche continues to search for better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases and make a sustainable contribution to society. The company also aims to improve patient access to medical innovations by working with all relevant stakeholders. Thirty medicines developed by Roche are included in the World Health Organization Model Lists of Essential Medicines, among them life-saving antibiotics, antimalarials and cancer medicines. Roche has been recognised as the Group Leader in sustainability within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry ten years in a row by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).
