2025 Biologics Analytical R&D Intern

Analytical R&D Internship Overview

Envision spending your summer working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for AbbVie Interns.

The Biologics Analytical Research & Development organization is a world-class analytical team of more than 300 scientists that drives scientific excellence and process understanding through innovative solutions. The team is responsible for all Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC) analytical activities related to the development of AbbVie's products. During the internship, the intern will have the opportunity to learn and work on key aspects of developing fundamental scientific understanding as it relates to AbbVie projects and processes.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Develop chromatography, electrophoresis, mass spectrometry, and/or biophysical techniques for the characterization of therapeutic proteins.
• Develop binding and cell-based assays to assess the potency and biological activity of novel therapeutic proteins and characterize the impact of chemical/structural modifications on bioactivity.
• Optimize specialized protein and peptide separation techniques to enable the analysis of product quality attributes of interest.
• Troubleshoot equipment and experimental problems.
• Perform analytical tests to characterize the structure of therapeutic proteins, including antibody drug conjugates.
• Compile and assess analytical data to prepare reports or manuscripts for the study.
• May support lab automation.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a PhD in Analytical Chemistry or other related field
• Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship
• Previous work experience in a laboratory setting required
• Previous experience with liquid chromatography or mass spectrometry

Preferred Qualifications 

• Expected graduation date between December 2025 – June 2026
• Previous experience with protein, peptide, or glycan separation techniques (ion exchange chromatography, reverse-phase liquid chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, etc.), high-resolution mass spectrometers and/or binding or cell-based assays
• Data visualization skills are a plus.
• Effective writer and communicator with ability to interact effectively with interdisciplinary scientists and engineers.
• High attention to detail, creativity in problem solving, and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits and Amenities

• Competitive pay
• Relocation support for eligible students
• Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time

Equal Employment Opportunity
At AbbVie, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.