T Cell Therapeutics Intern

Summary

Join Caribou Biosciences' Summer Internship Program and gain hands-on experience in T cell therapy research and development. As an R&D intern, you'll contribute to real projects, working closely with mentors and teams. The program includes networking events and a final project showcase. You'll develop skills in flow cytometry, assay/model development, and cell therapy characterization, while gaining exposure to regulatory guidelines and quality standards. The internship is paid, offering professional development and mentorship opportunities. Interns must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and able to work onsite in Berkeley, CA.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cell Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering or a related area
• Interest in research and development related to cell therapies
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• For lab-based internships, must be at least 18 years old for safety reasons
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (foreign students must have OPT approval from their school)
• Must be able to work onsite in Berkeley, CA, for 5 days per week
• Must sign a university release form (provided by Caribou) acknowledging intellectual property terms and internship conditions
• If submitting a poster to an external university program (e.g., QB3), must complete Caribou’s publication clearance form. The intern’s manager is responsible for ensuring timely submission

Responsibilities

• Assisting with preclinical discovery and development of CAR-T cell therapy candidates
• Supporting T Cell Therapeutics team with conducting, planning, and analyzing experiments
• Attending team meetings and sharing ideas
• Preparing protocols, presentations, and reviewing relevant scientific literature
• Collaborating with your mentor to troubleshoot challenges and find solutions
• Participating in intern events like networking sessions, team-building activities, and the final project showcase

Preferred Qualifications

• Some experience with mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry, animal models, or primary T cell handling is a plus but not required
• Interest or experience in CRISPR techniques, T cell biology, or immuno-oncology
• Familiarity with cell-based assays or tumor model characterization

Benefits

• Range for this Paid full time internship is $26/hour with a 2-3 month duration
• Professional development, networking, and mentorship opportunities
• A chance to work alongside some of the brightest minds in biotech
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry, assay/model development, and cell therapy characterization
• Exposure to regulatory guidelines and quality standards in biotech
• A mentor who will guide your learning and professional growth
• Opportunities to connect with leaders and teams across the company
• A chance to make a real impact and contribute to Caribou’s mission
• Experience presenting your project in our intern showcase