Translational Science Intern

Description

Summary

Arcus Biosciences is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our Translational Science Team for a Summer internship. The internship program will entail a research project focused on the use of biomarkers in clinical and preclinical studies with an emphasis on methods of detecting proteins and cell types of interest in commonly collected biospecimen formats. The intern will have the opportunity to learn about sample collection, processing, and downstream assays used to evaluate exploratory biomarkers in the context of immuno-oncology clinical studies and will gain an understanding of the role of translational science in oncology drug development. The intern will gain both observational and hand-on experience with the fundamentals of immunohistochemistry (IHC), flow cytometry, and biomarker operations.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Scientists and Research Associates to process samples and run IHC protocols (learn how to process and embed tissue in FFPE blocks and perform quantitative analysis of a biomarker of interest) and flow cytometry on cancer cell lines.
• Perform cell culture and learn how to collect and process cancer cell lines for flow cytometry and FFPE cell pellets for IHC.
• Use digital image analysis software to quantify IHC staining results.
• Graph data and perform basic statistical analysis and report results to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in organizational and operational tasks (biobanking/accessioning/inventory reconciliation).
• Compose a PowerPoint presentation to communicate study findings and demonstrate learnings over the course of the internship.
  
  

Qualifications

• Completing 2nd -4th year of university or higher. Major in Biological Sciences or closely related field (Biochemistry, Molecular/Cellular Biology, Genetics, other majors wth pre-med prerequisites).
• Completion of 3 lab courses (any subject), or equivalent undergraduate research experience (lab employment)
• General understanding of basic Molecular Biology laboratory safety, universal precautions
• Preferred: Comfortable with standard Molecular Biology lab equipment (centrifuges, pipettes, etc.)
• This intern position is 40 hours per week located on our Hayward, CA Campus
• All applicants must be actively enrolled in an accredited academic program for Fall
  
  

2026.

• As an Arcus intern, you will be employed as a temporary hourly employee.
• Interns will be paid hourly, less payroll deductions and all required tax withholdings.
  
  

Hourly Rate

Intern Hourly Rate (based on degree level):

Bachelor’s Degree in process

$25

Bachelor’s complete/Master’s in progress

$30

PhD all in process – remote internship

(Bioinformatics only)

$35

PhD all in process or complete – onsite internship

$45

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, write by hand, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing over 40 pounds.
• Occasionally sit, kneel, crawl, reach and work above shoulders, sort and file paperwork or parts.
• Rarely climb, scrub, sweep, mop, chop and mix or operate hand and foot controls.
• Must have correctible vision to perform duties of the job.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, possibly weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Position may require repetitive motion. WORKING CONDITIONS:
• May require working near blood borne pathogens.
• May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.
• Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.
• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator.
• May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs. *Consistent with its obligations under the law, the company will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
  
  

Arcus Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arcus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identify, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE/AA/Vets