Gene Therapy Potency Intern
Why Sarepta? Why Now?
The promise of genetic medicine has arrived, and Sarepta is at the forefront. We hold leadership positions in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and limb-girdle muscular dystrophies (LGMDs), and we currently have more than 40 programs in various stages of development in gene therapy, RNA and gene editing. In 2023, we launched our fourth therapy and the first ever gene therapy to treat Duchenne.
We’re looking for people who see unlimited potential in themselves and who are motivated by an unwavering commitment to patients.
What Sarepta Offers
At Sarepta, we care deeply about all the people in our community and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture that acknowledges people bring their whole selves to work, and we will strive to help everyone in our community integrate their work and personal lives while maintaining productivity.
Program Timeline
This application is for a 12-week summer internship program that will start on May 19th and conclude on August 8th, 2025.
The Importance of the Role
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Summer Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cell based assay for gene therapy product. This individual will support quality control laboratory activities conducted at the Sarepta Andover facility in the field of AAV therapeutic release and stability. The individual will train and assist in conducting GMP QC release and stability testing using state of art In vitro Potency Assay performed in a BSL-2 environment. The individual will work under the direction of a subject matter expert conducting In vitro potency assay. All aspects of this position involve working in a GMP-compliant manner.
The Opportunity to Make a Difference
- Perform cell culture and maintenance for In Vitro Potency assay in support of the release and stability testing of AAV-based gene therapy products.
- Perform solution preparation in support of the release and stability testing.
- Create and maintain clear and concise lab records and documentation.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.
- Expected to spend 70 % in laboratory/testing, 30% hours for combination of training, meetings, documentation etc.
- Gain practical experience in a laboratory setting
- Work with a dynamic and supportive team
- Opportunity to develop professional skills
- Potential for future employment opportunities
More about You
- Currently enrolled in a biology, molecular biology or life sciences degree program
- Must have some cell culture and western blotting experience and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) knowledge
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
What Now?
We’re always looking for solution-oriented, critical thinkers.
So, if you’re comfortable with ambiguity and candor, relish challenging yourself, and place kindness and integrity at the forefront of how you approach your peers and work, then we encourage you to apply.
This position is hybrid, you will be expected to work on site at one of Sarepta’s facilities in the United States and/or attend Company-sponsored in-person events from time to time.
The targeted salary range for this position is $21 - $25 per hour depending upon years of education completed and nature of role.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.
Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.