Summer Intern Neuroimmunology at Johnson & Johnson

You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job. At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at Job Function: Job Sub Function: Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op Job Category: All Job Posting Locations: San Diego, California, United States of America Job Description: Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Summer Intern Neuroimmunology Purpose: We are seeking a highly motivated Summer Intern with a Biology/Neuroscience background. The candidate will be part of the Neuroscience Discovery team and should be passionate about discovering and developing novel therapeutics for CNS disorders. Experimental work will be the core job function. As such, she/he/they will spend close to full time at the bench generating data under the close guidance of their mentor. The successful candidate will help the neuroscience team decipher mechanistic links between soluble immune molecules and their membrane-bound counterparts in the central nervous system. By using neuronal and glial mono- and co-cultures combined with molecular techniques (ELISA, Western blot, Flow cytometry), the candidate will perform discovery research that will contribute to a better understanding of neuroimmune pathways and could inform biomarker-driven patient selection and advance precision medicine. It is essential that the candidate enjoys bench science, is scientifically curious, is self‑motivated, and can demonstrate a high level of efficiency. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to interact well with peers and collaborators, and strong written and oral communication skills are vital to success in this role. In addition, the candidate must practice good laboratory principles, including detailed notebook entries of experiments. You will be responsible for: Cell culture Biochemical assays including Western Blot, ELISA, Flow cytometry Results analysis and tracking in electronic notebook. Internal presentations Qualifications / Requirements: Required: Science major such as Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, Pharmacology. Previous hands‑on laboratory research experience is required. Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and quantitative skills is required. Must be meticulous and well‑organized, with excellent attention to detail and accurate keeping. Preferred: Previous knowledge of neuroscience will be a strong advantage. Previous cell‑culture experience is preferred. Self‑starter who works independently while contributing to team goals appreciated. Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills. Ability to balance multiple projects and initiatives while driving results. Other: The position is based in La Jolla, CA and will require 100% time on site. Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H‑1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long‑term status that does not require company sponsorship. The expected pay range for this position is between $26.50 per hour and $59.00 per hour but will be based on candidate's program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co‑Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co‑Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co‑Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension). For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: This job posting is anticipated to close on 01/23/2026. The Company may however extend this time‑period, in which case the posting will remain available on to accept additional applications. Ineligibility for severance. Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. #J-18808-Ljbffr