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Scientist Intern - BioEducation R&D

Bio-Rad Laboratories
Hercules, CA Intern
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
The BioEducation group at Bio-Rad is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated college student to join our R&D team. This internship provides hands-on experience in product development, with the opportunity to contribute to the design and development of engaging laboratory activities used in high school and college life science classrooms and teaching laboratories around the world.

How You’ll Make An Impact

  • Conduct microbiology and molecular biology experiments in a laboratory setting to evaluate the development potential of various technical approaches for the target product.
  • Analyze experimental data, troubleshoot technical issues, and propose creative solutions for scientific challenges.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to inform and influence decisions related to product design and development.
  • Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively to audiences with varying levels of subject-matter expertise.

Education

What You Bring:

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree at an accredited university in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related life science discipline.
  • 3.0 Minimum GPA.
  • Rising Juniors, Seniors, and Masters Students.
  • Be willing to make a full-time commitment of 40 hours a week for 9 weeks from June 15 to August 14, 2026.

Experience

  • Practical knowledge of and hands-on experience with microbiology techniques including bacterial culturing and quantitation, aseptic technique, media preparation, microscopy.
  • Experience with molecular biology techniques including spectrophotometry, microtiter plate handling, DNA extraction, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Skills

  • Meticulous attention to detail and lab notebooking.
  • Excellent analytical skills (critical thinking, pattern and data analysis, problem solving) and communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Ability to learn quickly, desire to collaborate in a team environment.

Location: This position must be based in Hercules, California and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more!

Compensation: The hourly range for this position is $25 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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Legal Entity: (USA_1000)Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.

Salary : $25

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