About the Role:
This application is for a 6-month student role from July – December 2026. Resume review begins in January 2026.
Work within the Pharma Drug Substance organization engaged in laboratory activities supporting the development of small molecule therapeutic products, manufacturing processes or new technologies.
What You’ll Do:
As a co-op you will gain hands-on experience in process development of small molecule pharmaceuticals. You will work closely with the Small Molecule Chemistry Development team. Under general supervision, you will design and execute chemical reactions in the laboratory aimed at gaining process understanding and making process improvements to a manufacturing process. You may also conduct laboratory work in areas that may include biocatalysis, crystallization and reaction engineering. Reactions and crystallizations will be performed in batch at micro-scale, or at intermediate scale 10-1000 mL.
Example projects may include:
- Process development of a biocatalytic chemical reaction
- Screening of biocatalysts for pharmaceutically relevant chemical transformations
- Process optimization of drug substance starting materials or intermediates
Key responsibilities:
- Design and execute chemical reactions in the laboratory.
- Gather detailed experimental observations and results.
- Analyze data and present results and conclusions.
- Maintain an up-to-date electronic laboratory notebook.
- Deliver a final presentation and/or poster at an internal meeting.
Who You Are:
You are passionate about science, you love to learn new skills, and you like to work in collaborative environment.
Include the knowledge, skills, and abilities you may be seeking.
- Have experience working in a scientific laboratory.
- Ability to take detailed notes and record experimental observations
- Ability to work independently using all available information and scientific data
To participate in the Biogen Internship or Co-op Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college, university or skills program/apprenticeship.
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree students
- Preferred majors/programs: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field
Job Level: Internship
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $23.00-$29.00
The actual hourly wage offered will consider the candidate’s current academic level and degree candidacy, inclusive of Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, JD, MD, PhD and MBA programs. It will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements specific to the job location.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a range of benefits designed to support our educational employees, including, but not limited to:
- Company paid holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Employee Resource Groups participation
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.