Summer 2027 Analytical Development & Quality Control Intern
AstraZeneca
Summary
Alexion is seeking an Analytical Development & Quality Control Intern to support the Product Development and Clinical Supply organization at its New Haven, Connecticut location. This lab-based intern will help assess the heterogeneity and purity of therapeutic proteins, compile characterization assays and profiles, and share scientific findings with the analytical and product development groups.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Execute experimental studies to assess the heterogeneity and purity of therapeutic proteins.
- Compile characterization assays and profiles.
- Communicate and present scientific findings within the analytical and product development groups.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline, as a Rising Senior or Rising Junior.
- 0-2 years of experience working in a relevant laboratory setting.
- Knowledge or coursework in the fundamentals of proteins and the analytical methods used to monitor them.
- Ability to work in a lab-based role conducted in a laboratory environment.
- Ability and desire to learn new techniques.
- Good interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Meeting the applicable graduation timeline requirements with an anticipated graduation date set for after August 2027.
- 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 granting OPT support.
- Ability to report on site to New Haven, CT 4-5 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
- Program Dates: June 7th - August 13th, 2027
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline, as a Rising Senior or Rising Junior
- 0-2 years of experience working in a relevant laboratory setting
- Knowledge or coursework in the fundamentals of proteins and the analytical methods used to monitor them
- Ability to work in a lab-based role conducted in a laboratory environment
- Ability and desire to learn new techniques
- Good interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Anticipated graduation date set for after August 2027
- US Work Authorization is required at time of application; work authorization that does not require future sponsorship
- This role will not be granting OPT support
- Ability to report on site to New Haven, CT 4-5 days per week; no relocation assistance
Company overview
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused pharmaceutical company dedicated to accelerating the delivery of life-changing medicines that create enduring value for patients, society, and shareholders. With a workforce of over 94,300 employees worldwide, the company operates across three core therapy areas: Oncology, BioPharmaceuticals (including Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism, Respiratory & Immunology), and Rare Disease. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, AstraZeneca maintains strategic R&D centers in Cambridge, Gaithersburg (US), Boston (US), Gothenburg (Sweden), Shanghai, and Beijing. The company generated $54.1 billion in total revenue in 2024 and invested $13.6 billion in scientific research and development. AstraZeneca's bold aspiration is to be pioneers in science, lead in disease areas, and transform patient outcomes, with a goal to launch 20 new medicines and achieve $80 billion in total revenue by 2030. The company is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, health equity, and creating an inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives drive innovation.