Intern - Technical Operations

A brief overview

Bachem’s  Summer Internship Program

Bachem’s 10 week Summer Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students a hands-on introduction to the pharmaceutical industry at one of the world’s leading, innovation‑driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptide and oligonucleotide based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and related products.

Designed to provide meaningful, real-world experience, this program allows interns to apply academic knowledge in a collaborative, research-focused environment while working alongside experienced industry professionals. Throughout the internship, participants will contribute to impactful projects, build technical and professional skills, and gain insight into Bachem’s scientific excellence, quality-driven culture, and global operations.

At Bachem, people are at the heart of innovation. The organization fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performance culture where employees and interns alike are encouraged to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact on global healthcare.

The program will run 10 weeks

• Session 1:    May 25-August 14 (California State University Track)
• Session 2:    June 22 – September 11 (UC Track)  

**All selected interns will be required to obtain their own housing, travel, and transportation accommodations for the full duration of the internship program.

If you’re ready to be part of a forward-thinking team and take your career to the next level, we can’t wait to welcome you to Bachem’s next internship for Summer 2026!

Internship Department Details:

                Department Name: Techncial Operatiions          

What you will do

• Support the Technical Operations Team to optimize upstream peptide manufacturing with a focus on reducing bottlenecks, and improving overall cycle times within the upstream peptide manufacturing department.
• The intern will help to design experiments, analyze data and execute supervised experiments in the laboratory. 
• The project focuses on refining equipment utilization, volume efficiencies, solvent utilization, and in process controls to enhance efficiency, reproducibility, process mass intensity and throughput.
• Expected outcomes include shorter cycle times, reduced material waste, improved first pass yields, and a more robust, scalable manufacturing process.
• The intern will learn to design and conduct targeted experiments and the associated extensive data analysis and visualization to improve key performance metrics of process steps in an industrial setting. 
• Other projects or responsibilities as may be required.

Qualifications – Education and Experience

• High School diploma/certificate or equivalent
• Must be a currently enrolled student at an accredited college or university with an expected graduation date of December 2026 or later
• Chemisty, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry Engineering, Bioengineering Major
• Minimum GPA 3.0 or higher
• Able to start on either May 25th or June 22nd
• Ability to complete the consecutive 10 week internship
• Must have work authorization in the United States at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

Base Hourly Ranges:

• • Freshman rising Sophmore - $20/hour
  • Sophomore rising Junior - $21/hour
  • Junior rising Senior - $22/hour
  • Senior graduate or enrolled Fall 2026 - $23/hour
  • Currently enrolled Graduate Masters or PhD -  $24-$25/hour

Corporate Social Responsibility 

Bachem takes responsibility for future generations by a careful handling of resources and avoiding environmental risks. We continually improve our ecological performance and develop and implement new approaches for enhancing employees’ environmental awareness.  EcoVadis has awarded Bachem Gold Medal status in their assessment of Bachem. 

Bachem Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the diversity of our team and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where individuals are hired and advanced based on merit, skills, and qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Please note: unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be considered.