2026 BioCMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control) Drug Substance Intern (Master's)

Envision spending your summer working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for AbbVie Interns.  

The Biologics Drug Substance organization is a world-class team of scientists that not only drive scientific excellence and process development through innovative solutions but are also responsible for all Chemistry Manufacturing and Control (CMC) cell line and bioprocess development activities related to the development of AbbVies early- and late-stage products. The intern will have the opportunity to learn and work on key aspects of developing fundamental scientific understanding as it relates to AbbVie projects and processes. 

This internship will be based in South San Francisco CA.  

Key responsibilities may include: 

• Advance innovation initiatives aimed at improving timelines and outcomes for cell line mammalian cell culture and protein therapeutic purification development. 
• Perform protein separation and membrane filtration methodologies to develop robust processes as part of scale up for clinical manufacturing. 
• Develop and implement lab automation and mechanistic modeling in downstream unit operations. 
• Troubleshoot equipment and experimental problems. 
• Compile and assess data to prepare reports or manuscripts for the study.  

Qualifications :

MinimumQualifications 

• Currently enrolled in university pursuing a Masters degreein Chemistry Chemical Engineering Cell Biology Molecular Biology or other related field. 
• Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship. 
• Expected graduation date between December 2026 June 2027.  
• Previous work experience in a laboratory setting required. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Previous experience with protein purification depth filtration tangential flow filtration and basic molecular biology skills. 
• Previous experience with protein separation and filtration techniques (ion exchange chromatography affinity chromatography etc.) 
• Data visualization automation and modeling skills are a plus. 
• Effective writer and communicator with ability to interact effectively with interdisciplinary scientists and engineers. 
• High attention to detail creativity in problem solving strong interpersonal skills. 

Additional Information :

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: 

Benefits and Amenities:

• Competitive pay

• Relocation support for eligible students

• Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time 

• Break rooms stocked with complimentary coffee tea beverages snacks and cold breakfast items. 

• Onsite café and fitness center. 

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonuscommission incentive benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion consistent with applicable law. 

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity driving innovation transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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