2027 Summer In Vitro Oncology Intern, Biologics Innovation

About the role

Join AstraZeneca's Oncology Targeted Discovery team in Kendall Square for a hands-on summer internship focused on drug conjugates. As an In Vitro Oncology Intern, you will work on a specialized, short-term project supporting assay development and milestones-running cell-based experiments to evaluate novel oncology payloads and antibodies, analyzing the results, and sharing insights with scientists across the organization.

What You'll Do

Run in vitro experiments: Conduct cell-based experiments to evaluate the activity of novel oncology payloads and/or antibodies, including routine culture and maintenance of carcinoma cell lines, preparation of dosing dilutions, and execution of cytotoxicity and/or functional assays such as CellTiter-Glo, immunofluorescence staining, and high-content imaging.

• Manage experimental workflows: Plan, execute, and document experiments by maintaining accurate laboratory records, organizing study designs, tracking results, and ensuring data quality in support of oncology targeted discovery research projects.
• Analyze and visualize data: Use tools including and beyond Excel, such as GraphPad Prism and Genedata Screener, to generate clear summaries and identify trends that support decision-making for iterative studies.
• Communicate results: Prepare concise presentations and scientific updates for diverse audiences, including project team members and research scientists across departments, effectively communicating experimental outcomes and big-picture insights.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Biology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Genetics.
• Rising junior (graduating 2029) or rising senior (graduating 2028)
• Hands-on pipetting experience.
• Basic proficiency with Excel calculations and PowerPoint.
• US Work Authorization is required at time of application. Applicants must have work authorization that does not require future sponsorship.
• This role will not be granted OPT support.
• Ability to report on site to Cambridge, MA.
• This role will not provide relocation assistance.
• Hourly range: $37-$39

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional wet lab experience, such as cell culture and sterile technique.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools such as GraphPad Prism.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and clear written and verbal communication skills.

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• Date Posted
• 27-Oct-2026
• Closing Date
• 12-Nov-2026