Biologics Engineering: Protein Engineering & Novel Modalities Intern

We are looking for undergraduate junior and senior level students majoring in Chemical Engineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Bioengineering or a related discipline for a 12-week internship role in Gaithersburg, MD from May 18th to August 7th.

Position Duties:

• Generate and purify novel modalities.

• Verify QC fidelity.

• Evaluate functional performance in relevant therapeutic models.

Position Requirements:

• Undergraduate junior and senior level students majoring in Chemical Engineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Bioengineering or a related discipline. Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026.

• Molecular biology experience, in particular cloning, protein purification, and protein characterization is required.

• Antibody engineering experience is a plus.

• Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD 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 CPT support.

• Compensation range: $37 - $39 hourly.

Date Posted

21-Jan-2026

Closing Date

03-Feb-2026

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