Research & Development Internships

Are you ready for a new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Summer Internship Program Overview

The Novonesis Summer Internship Program provides a wide range of opportunities for current college students. We pride ourselves in offering real-world projects and providing interns with multiple networking opportunities to help you learn and grow both personally and professionally.  to learn more:
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The Novonesis R&D Summer Internship Program Overview

Our internships run for 12 weeks and require a full-time, 40 hour per week commitment. This is a non-exempt, hourly position with a pay rate of $23 per hour. The 2026 summer internship program will begin in June, following the completion of the spring academic term. To be eligible, you must have Junior/Senior university class standing by Fall 2026. Recent graduates are also welcome to apply.

Research and Development Internships

We will hire 4-6 interns in 2026. Interns will be assigned to work directly with a researcher in one of the following areas:

* Molecular Biology

* Molecular Genomics

* Protein Chemistry

* Microbiology and Microbial Physiology (areas of specialization include Robotics Screening and Fermentation).

* Data science

* Genomics/bioinformatics

In these positions you need to have:

* Enrollment in a BS degree program for Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or related concentration or a recent graduate degree

* Hands-on laboratory experience, including use of analytical equipment

* Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point

Location:

These internships will be located in Davis, CA.

Final date to receive applications:
February 27th.

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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