Internship Overview
Thank you for your interest in the 2024 Forge Biologics Ignite Internship Program! Our internship application period for technical departments (Process Development, Analytical Development, AAV Bioprocessing Manufacturing, and Quality Management) will open in September 2023 in alignment with fall campus recruiting. All other departments hosting interns will begin the application process in January 2024 in alignment with spring campus recruiting. All internship positions will be posted on our company careers page and university career platforms (Example: Handshake). We can’t wait to meet you on campus soon!
- The internship period typically lasts 10-12 weeks
- Opportunities are available in technical, corporate, and operational functions.
- Interns gain valuable knowledge within their roles and grow professionally through:
- Networking events
- Biweekly professional development sessions
- Team building activities
- Mentorship
We are
A gene therapy development engine, enabling access to life changing
discoveries by bringing them from concept to reality.
A Biotech company
In the manufacturing epicenter of the US.
Manufacturer
producing gene the therapies for partners and clients
Innovators
Developing our own pipeline.
Department
Degree Level
Majors
AAV Bioprocessing Manufacturing
Optimize biological processes in clean room environment, learn AAV Bioprocessing GMPs from experts in BioTech industry, utilize automation and identify areas to improve efficiencies
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemical Engineering
Molecular biology
Process Development
Perform laboratory techniques (vector purification and/or cell culture) in support of production of recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV] vectors.
Department
Undergraduate
Masters
Majors
Biomedical Engineering
Biological Engineering
Biochemistry
Chemical Engineering
Molecular biology
Analytical Development and Blaze Rapid Analytics
Work with the in-house analytical assay development team to support cGMP readiness to test products at end of production.
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Chemical Engineering
Molecular biology
Quality Engineering & Validation
Ensure quality engineering and validation through system qualification, process improvement, and program management. Gain hands-on experience in the gene therapy manufacturing process through qualification of GMP systems, such as chromatography systems and bioreactors [up to 5000 L).
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Engineering
Life Sciences
Regulatory Affairs
Ensure the highest standards in product development and manufacturing in the Biolech industry, learn from experts in the field, and support regulatory processes
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Engineering
Life Sciences
Product Development
Perform research and analytical work in the area of product development. This position prefers a molecular biology background and experience performing literature searches for genetics and rare diseases.
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Molecular Biology
Clinical
Research to support webinars, manuscripts, future clinical-stage programs with our clinical team. This position requires a pre-medical background and Pittsburgh, PA location.
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Biomedical Sciences
Pre-Med
Patient Advocacy
Advocate for rare disease support through educational materials, social media support, legislative lobbying initiatives, and patient care.
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Genetics
Communications
Non+Profit
Psychology
Compliance
Educate and train on policies and procedures, uphold compliance for the Forge community and clients, and utilize data to strengthen the effectiveness of compliance strategies.
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Pre-Law
Political Science
Technical Writing (English)
Communications
Information Systems
Audit information systems and security, manage account access and databases, collaborate with all departments on information security trainings.
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Information Systems
Information Security
Facilities, Engineering, and EHSS
Support processes and manage databases that focus on integral engineering components of our operations, including sustainability initiatives.
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Engineering
Environmental Science
Operations
Finance and Operations
Support the finance and accounting function of Forge and work on revenue cycle work processes and outcomes.
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Accounting
Business
Finance
Marketing
Elevate Forge’s brand through events, marketing materials, and Public Relations outreach in our communities.
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Communications
Marketing
Public Relations
Creative Services
Tell the story of Forge through film and photography production, editing, and creative strategy
Department
Undergraduate
Majors
Communications Film
Graphic Design
Photography
Client Development
Increase Forge’s brand awareness through business strategy and find new leads while working on the Client Development team
Department
Undergraduate
Masters
Majors
Business
Life Sciences
Marketing /Sales
Human Resources
Support the management of the employee life cycle (i-e., recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training employees), employee experience and benefits. Contribute to multiple projects including talent acquisition, program management, and training.
Department
Undergraduate
Masters