Summer Intern - Immunology

At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine’s No. 1 Top Employer for four consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK.

For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we’re in. Are you?

About the Role:

We’re looking for a Summer Intern - Immunology on the New Hampshire Research Team to help us expand what’s possible for patients with serious diseases. Reporting to the Scientist II, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, conduct and optimize immunogenicity assays. 

The Insmed Summer Internship Program is designed to give you more than just a glimpse into the pharmaceutical industry—it’s a chance to make a real impact. Over the course of the summer, you’ll gain hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful team projects, and learn directly from skilled professionals who are invested in your growth. 


The Insmed Summer Internship Program gives students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a corporate environment in the pharmaceutical industry, receive mentoring from highly skilled professionals, and work on dynamic team projects. Our 2026 Summer Intern program is a full-time (40 hours per week), paid internship. The internship may present opportunities for rotational assignments within the function, and the intern will be assigned goals and objectives that will support the strategic business plan of the company.

What You'll Do:

The Immunology group within Insmed's Research organization offers a platform for immunogenicity testing to support the development of innovative biotherapeutics. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, conduct and optimize immunogenicity assays.

You’ll also: 

Work with primary PBMCs and stable cell lines to conduct a variety of cellular and immunological assays, such as T cell-based assays and immunoprecipitation assays.

Design and execute well-controlled experiments for immunogenicity testing, utilizing techniques such as flow cytometry, FluoroSpot, ELISA, and Luminex.

Perform comprehensive data analysis, interpret results, and effectively communicate findings to the research team.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to contribute to ongoing research projects and initiatives.

Maintain accurate and organized records of experimental data and procedures.

Who You Are:

You are a current student working on a (MS or PhD in Immunology).

You are or you have: 

Experience working with primary immune cells.

Demonstrated experience in laboratory techniques, such as multi-color immunophenotyping and cell culture.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration and presentation of findings.

Nice to have (but not required):  

Experience with T cell assays.

In vivo murine experience.

Experience with immunoprecipitation techniques.

Experience in FluoroSpot, ELISA, or Luminex assays is preferred but not necessary.

Where You’ll Work  

This role is based out of our New Hampshire RDL office and requires full-time, in-person presence to support hands-on collaboration, access specialized equipment, and/or operational needs.  

Pay Range:

$20.00-35.00 Hourly

Life at Insmed
 

At Insmed, you’ll find a culture as human as our mission—intentionally designed for the people behind it. Our internship program reflects that commitment by supporting how you learn, grow, and show up each day while contributing to work that matters.

Our internship offerings include:

Paid company holidays

Hands-on learning in real-world projects

Networking opportunities with leaders and social events with your peers

Mentorship and professional development

A final presentation to celebrate your contributions

Access to office amenities for those who are not remote

Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.