2026 Biologics Formulation Development Intern (PhD)

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 Formulation Development Intern will support the following: 

• Design and execution of formulation development and characterization experiments.

• Advanced kinetic modeling and molecular dynamics simulations.

• Design of Experiments (DoE) and statistical data analyses. 

• Authoring technical reports and scientific presentations.

Qualifications :

MinimumQualifications 

• Currently enrolled in university pursuing a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences chemistry chemical engineering or other related field. 

• Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Expected graduation datebetween December 2026 June 2027. 

• Advanced coursework in pharmaceutical physical chemistry biophysics biochemistry thermodynamics chemical kinetics mathematics and/or statistics. 

• Working experience with therapeutic proteins formulation drug delivery and/or biophysical characterization.   

• Strong communication teamwork problem-solving and time management 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 

• 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 bonus commission 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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Work :

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Employment Type :

Intern