What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Finance position at Bachem?
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
Internship Department Details:
Department Name: Finance
What You Will Do
This role will provide an general understanding of Controlling, GPI process, costing, cost analysis, cost planning and overhead
management, as well as monitoring capital projects and business partnerships.
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.
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.
Internship Department Details:
Department Name: Finance
What You Will Do
This role will provide an general understanding of Controlling, GPI process, costing, cost analysis, cost planning and overhead
management, as well as monitoring capital projects and business partnerships.
- Support the FIannce team with the general ledger, accounts receivable and accounts payable, payroll processing, monthly closing, external audit engagements, and compliance with legal requirements.
- Examples of projects the intern might undertake:
- Cost Center Optimization: Review and refine cost center names and descriptions and assist in identifying and refining cost centers.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in the setting up of standard costs for raw materials and perform valuation analyses, including inventory revaluations and standard cost updates.
- Financial Analysis: Perform research related to projects, attend capex project meetings, and provide management with updates on project progress.
- Valuation Analyses: Participate in valuation analyses, including process order calculations and recipe updates.
- Other projects or responsibilities as may be required.
- 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
- Finance
- 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.
- Freshman rising Sophmore - $20/hour
- Sophomore rising Junior - $21/hour
- Junior rising Senior - $22/hour
- Senior graduate or enrolled Fall 2026 - $23/hour
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.
Salary : $23 - $2,026