Intern - Kite Research - In Vivo Pharmacology

Internship opportunity supporting in vivo pharmacology research at Kite, focused on CAR T-cell therapy development using mouse models. Interns will conduct preclinical studies, perform cell culture work, and gain hands-on experience with specialized laboratory techniques and data analysis methods.

Responsibilities

• Participate in in vivo murine studies, measuring tumor burden, monitoring body weight, and assessing animal welfare
• Perform aseptic mammalian cell culture for cancer cell lines and human CAR T cells supporting in vivo research
• Learn and apply specialized techniques including flow cytometry, molecular biology methods, and data analysis
• Maintain accurate study records and documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks following established protocols
• Deliver final presentation summarizing internship work and contributions

Requirements

• Currently enrolled full-time in Bachelor's, Master's, MBA, JD, or PhD program at accredited U.S. institution
• Minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA at application and hire
• Independent work authorization in United States; no sponsorship required
• Ability to commit 10–12 consecutive weeks between May and August
• Willing to work on-site at Foster City location; relocation may be required
• At least 18 years of age at internship start
• Preferred: background in molecular/cell biology, immunology, biotechnology, or related discipline

Compensation: $19.00–$55.00 hourly