Intern - Research & Development - Noninvasive Prenatal Diagnostics

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients.

With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Noninvasive Prenatal Diagnostics Intern to join our Research and Development Team located in San Diego, CA!

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday / 40hrs per week

• Develop cutting edge noninvasive prenatal diagnostic tests.
• Become familiar with statistical programs to analyze and visualize data.
• Extract valuable insights for informed decision making.
• Develop a wide variety of technical skills, potentially including multiplex PCR, digital PCR, mass spectrometry, short and/or long-read sequencing.

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Systems Biology, Biochemistry or Biomedical Engineering

• 3-6 months experience working with nucleic acids, proteins, and PCR
• 3-6 months experience and/or knowledge of next-generation sequencing technology

• Eagerness to learn new laboratory skills and scientific concepts
• Show initiative and the ability to work independently under general supervision
• Have a genuine interest in laboratory science
• Maintains professionalism, including punctuality and appropriate conduct
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• Actively participates in training sessions and applies newly learned skills accordingly
• Good laboratory practice and documentation.
• Embraces diverse ways of thinking through various forms of collaboration and partnership.
• Engage in professional development workshops to enhance your business acumen and professional presence.

Join Labcorp’s 2027 Global Internship Program and take the first step toward a meaningful career in healthcare innovation! We’re looking for motivated students to be part of a dynamic 11-week paid internship where you’ll work on impactful projects and gain real-world experience, all while supporting our mission to improve health and improve lives. Internship 2027 Dates:
June 1, 2027-August 13, 2027

The Labcorp Diagnostics Research and Development team focusses on developing and improving laboratory tests for various diagnostic purposes such as oncology, genetics, and infectious disease. The team at the Labcorp-Sequenom site in San Diego primarily works with cell-free DNA for non-invasive prenatal screening. You will have the opportunity to work under the supervision of the R&D team and closely with the clinical lab.

As a Labcorp intern, you’ll be immersed in hands‑on work that complements your academic background. In addition to your project work, you’ll gain valuable exposure to Labcorp’s global business, culture, and leadership through:
Enterprise‑wide learning experiences that introduce you to key business functions across Labcorp Leadership exposure and visibility, including direct interaction with senior leaders An immersive, in‑person intern event designed to connect you…