Process Development Intern, PharmD and Master’s Students

We are looking for PharmD and Master’s level students majoring in Biology, Biochemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology or a related discipline for two 12-week internship roles in Santa Monica, CA from May 18th to August 7th.

Position Duties:

• Participate in process development workflows.

• Execute laboratory activities.

• Evaluate data and presentation of results.

Position Requirements:

• PharmD and Master’s level students majoring in Biology, Biochemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology or a related discipline. Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026.

• Experience with wet lab techniques such as cell culture and pipetting required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic statistics required.

• Technical writing experience required.

• Understanding of basic immunology concepts preferred.

• Ability to report onsite to Santa Monica, CA 4-5 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.

• US Work Authorization is required at time of application.

• This role will not be providing OPT support.

• Compensation range: $41.50 - $48 hourly.

Compensation Pay Range:

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position is outlined above. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

08-Jan-2026

Closing Date

29-Jan-2026

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.