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BioMarin Summer Internship Program

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.

The BioMarin Summer Internship Program will enable students to gain valuable experience and knowledge of the processes and systems within BioMarin, while gaining an insight into the pharmaceutical/biotech industry. Over the course of 10 - 12 weeks our interns gain industry experience while working alongside our talented team on meaningful projects. The Cell Biology team in Enzymes and Metabolic Disease Team within Research at BioMarin conducts preclinical translational research using various cell models to evaluate potential therapeutics for severe rare genetic diseases with unmet medical needs. The successful candidate will partner closely with a scientist within BioMarin Research, gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge techniques and contribute to meaningful projects in the field of enzyme replacement therapy and metabolic diseases.

The Intern will provide scientific and technical support for cell cultures including primary cell and iPSC culture, assisting with cell-based techniques and assays, including but not limited to transfection, IFC, ELISA, JESS, automation etc. The Cell Biology lab within Enzymes and Metabolic Disease Research at BioMarin is a state-of-the art lab equipped with novel technologies and automated platforms and develops techniques primarily for discovery research using both standard and internally developed methodologies.

Required Skills:

• Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Metabolic Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Pathology, or related major.
• Hands-on experience working in mammalian cell culture lab, including aseptic cell culture techniques.
• A proactive, collaborative attitude with a strong desire to learn new scientific techniques.
• Ability to follow protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) with precision.
• Strong organizational skills and a commitment to accurate record-keeping.

Desired Skills:

• Prior experience with human iPSC, organoid, or organ-on-a-chip culturing techniques is preferred.
• Prior experience with cell assays, including IFC, ELISA, JESS, etc.

Qualifications/Eligibility:

• Must be available to work full time, 40 hours a week.
• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program.
• Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles.

Benefits of a BioMarin Internship:

• Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time
• Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
• Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
• Develop skills specific to your major.
• Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
• Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches
• Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks
• Access to Employee Resource Groups

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $32 to $50 per hour, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.