Student Internship in bioengineering (starting September 2026, for 12 months)

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections,  where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

At Roche, we believe it’s urgent to deliver medical solutions right now – even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients’ lives, and we are fearless in both making decisions and taking action. And we believe that good business means a better world.   

That is why we come to work each day. We commit ourselves to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. We do this today to build a better tomorrow.

The Opportunity

Joining Roche’s Institute of Human Biology (IHB, https://institutehumanbiology.com), part of Roche Pharma R&D (pRED), focused on human model systems for drug discovery and personalized medicine.

In this position, you will

• Contribute to the derivation of new methodologies for long-term tissue culture

• Work closely with colleagues in the areas of bioengineering   

• Design and execute experimental work and perform data analysis

• Actively participate in scientific discussions and present your work 

Who you are

You are an ambitious student who is currently enrolled in life sciences (biology, bioengineering, biotechnology, or a related scientific field). You have a strong interest in scientific problem-solving and learning new techniques. You thrive in a dynamic, inclusive environment that gives you full accountability for your own contributions and development. 

Desired skills

• Prior experience in mammalian cell culture

• Experience in basic molecular and cell biology techniques, including immunostaining, histology, and confocal imaging

• Motivation to learn and apply innovative research tools and new techniques 

• Clear communicator and fluent in English

To be considered, please send us your complete application merged into one PDF including

• CV

• Motivation Letter

• A certificate of enrollment (if you are currently studying)

• For non-EU/EFTA citizens: Certificate from the university stating that an internship is mandatory (required due to regulations)   

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.