2025 Summer Intern - Robotics and Product Data Management

Department Summary

The Oceanside MSAT Department utilizes technical expertise in automation, science,  engineering, validation and process knowledge to support the production of licensed therapies and pipeline products as well as enable new technologies at the site and across the network.

This internship position is located in Oceanside, Ca on-site.

The Opportunity

This position will focus on two primary activities:

• Robotics: Assist site lead robotics engineer on the design, testing and deployment of various robotic solutions at the site. This will include both the mechanical aspects of robots as well as the software used to control them or have them interact with other systems.  

• Process Data Management: Assist in the development and configuration of a recently deployed software tool that manages process parameters, critical quality attributes and bills of material. The purpose of this development is to expand the value of the tool, for example capturing equipment critical ranges in addition to process critical ranges. 

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As an intern, you will perform various tasks under the guidance and mentorship of your manager. You will be expected to attend meetings, read independently on relevant topics, follow a training schedule set by your supervisor, and perform tasks independently as appropriate. You will also be expected to summarize the purpose of your work and any findings, and you will present future recommendations in the form of an oral and poster presentation.

Program Highlights

• Intensive 12-weeks full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.

• Program start date is in  May/June (Summer)

• 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 or have attained an Associate's Degree.

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).

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.

• Basic Robotics Knowledge: Familiarity with robotic systems, including mechanical and electrical components. 

• Programming Skills: Experience with programming languages commonly used in robotics, such as Python, C++, or ROS (Robot Operating System).

• Software Development: Basic understanding of software development principles, including version control (e.g., Git) and debugging.

• Data Management: Familiarity with spreadsheets, databases, or other tools for managing data (e.g., Excel, SQL).

How to apply:

• Submit a one-page resume and a cover letter that explains how a Genentech internship will make a difference in your learning journey and why you are qualified. Highlight any plans for your education/career and challenges you have overcome. Be bold, and most importantly, be you.

• You will submit your materials to a pool of community college candidates, and managers will select from this pool. This internship program covers multiple available internships, and applying to this post will put you into consideration for site operations-based roles in Oceanside only.

• Offers will be made on a rolling basis after interviews are conducted.

The expected hourly rate range for this position based on the primary location for this position of Oceanside is $40- $50. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, level, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Relocation benefits are not eligible for this position.

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