2027 Summer Intern - Systems & Hardware Development
Roche
Summary
The Systems & Hardware Development Chapter at Roche Tissue Diagnostics designs, integrates, and sustains automated in-vitro diagnostic systems for pathology labs to advance cancer care. Bringing together mechanical, electrical, systems, and material science engineers alongside skilled technicians, the team covers the entire product lifecycle—from concept and V&V testing to manufacturing and on-market support.
Job description
Department Summary
The Systems & Hardware Development Chapter at Roche Tissue Diagnostics designs, integrates, and sustains automated in-vitro diagnostic systems for pathology labs to advance cancer care. Bringing together mechanical, electrical, systems, and material science engineers alongside skilled technicians, the team covers the entire product lifecycle—from concept and V&V testing to manufacturing and on-market support.
The Opportunity
- Learn & apply systems engineering concepts in the design and development of complex in-vitro diagnostic systems using assay reagents.
- Learn about feasibility, characterization and requirements elicitation areas of systems engineering.
- Learn and apply company concepts, policies, and procedures.
- Follow standard practices under the guidance and supervision of experienced engineers.
- Collecting, presenting and discussing data within the group, contributing to team knowledge sharing.
Program Highlights
- Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
- Program start dates are in May/June (Summer).
- A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.
- Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.
- Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.
Who You Are
Required Education
You meet one of the following criteria:
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).
- Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).
- Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student).
Required Majors: Engineering degree (Systems, Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical, Material Science or equivalent).
Required Skills
- Entry level; prior internship or coursework in engineering.
- Understanding of basic engineering techniques and principles.
- Ability to follow detailed directions and learn from supervision.
- An interest in increasing quality and promoting a "Quality First Time" mindset.
- Problem solving both individually and in teams.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
- High degree of flexibility and proactiveness.
Requirements
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student)
- Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student)
- Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student)
- Engineering degree (Systems, Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical, Material Science or equivalent)
- Entry level; prior internship or coursework in engineering
- Understanding of basic engineering techniques and principles
- Ability to follow detailed directions and learn from supervision
- Interest in increasing quality and promoting a Quality First Time mindset
- Problem solving both individually and in teams
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Stipend
- Paid holiday time off
Company overview
Roche is a Swiss multinational healthcare company and a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, founded in 1896 and headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. As the world's largest biotech company and the fifth-largest pharmaceutical company by revenue, Roche operates through two primary divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. The company is renowned for its leadership in personalized healthcare, combining strengths in both drug development and diagnostic testing to deliver tailored treatments for patients. Roche maintains a strong focus on oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, and central nervous system disorders, with a portfolio that includes over 30 medicines on the World Health Organization's Model Lists of Essential Medicines. The company owns significant subsidiaries including Genentech, Chugai Pharmaceuticals, Ventana Medical Systems, and Foundation Medicine. With approximately 103,000 employees worldwide and operations in over 100 countries, Roche has established itself as a leader in cancer treatments globally while maintaining a robust pipeline of innovative therapies and diagnostic solutions. The company's commitment to sustainability has been recognized through ten consecutive years as Group Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry.