What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Management Summer Intern 2026 Brisbane, CA position at CareDx?
CareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre- and post-transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics-based information for transplant patients.
CareDx is looking for a Project Management Intern to support a high-impact initiative focused on strengthening project management maturity across CareDx. This internship is designed for current undergraduate students who are interested in project management, biotechnology, and process improvement.
The intern will help document and standardize how projects are executed across Lab and Testing Services by capturing current workflows, reviewing project documentation, and contributing to the development of the first edition of the PPMO Handbook and Service Catalog. This work will help establish a reliable "source of truth" for project execution and support audit-ready, predictable outcomes. The intern will have a chance to summarize what they've learned and provide recommendations to the leadership team.
Success Measures
- Completion of process maps for at least two core workstreams
- Review of project documentation across active initiatives
- Delivery of a leadership-reviewed draft of the PPMO Handbook and Service Catalog
Responsibilities
- Participate in discovery sessions with Lab, Engineering, and Project team members to document workflows
- Review existing project files and assist with identifying documentation gaps
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Regulatory, Quality, and R&D
- Prepare status updates, summaries, and visuals for weekly check-ins with the PPMO Lead
- Attend team meetings, reviews, and stand-ups to observe project standards in action
- Support preparation and delivery of a final "Source of Truth" presentation for leadership
Tools & Skills Exposure
- Process mapping tools (Visio or Lucidchart)
- Microsoft Excel for tracking and analysis
- Requirements and documentation tools (e.g., Jama Connect)
- Professional stakeholder interviewing and presentation skills
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Project Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- Interest in biotechnology, process improvement, or project management
- Ability to manage tasks independently and meet project timelines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with Smartsheet is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework in Project Management, Business, or Life Sciences
- Exposure to project management concepts or tools through coursework or group projects
- Prior internship, academic project, or leadership experience
Learning Outcomes
- Hands-on Experience: Contribute to a real-world initiative that improves organizational maturity
- Industry Exposure: Learn how clinical diagnostic products move from development to lab operations
- Mentorship: Ongoing guidance from a Senior Director with experience in leadership and change management
- Executive Visibility: Opportunity to present work to senior leaders and influence internal standards
- Career Development: Foundational understanding of how a PPMO supports execution in a biotech organization
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This is the anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in Brisbane, California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
San Francisco Bay Area Roles:
$20 - $25 USD
CareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify program.
Salary : $20 - $25