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2026 Summer Intern - Product Definition - Sequencing
We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love.
Department Summary
The Product Definition team is the connection between business and R&D. We are a cross-functional team of product managers, project leads and software architects. Our mission is to identify innovative products which push the boundaries of digital diagnostics and serve healthcare professionals. We work in tight collaboration with all parts of the R&D pathway to define innovative solutions and get them delivered.
This internship position is located in Santa Clara, on-site.
The Opportunity
Researching and consolidating an overview of the product landscape for Sequencing analysis solutions.
Evaluate improvements and their benefits to Roche’s Sequencing portfolio.
Creating clear, concise communications around market trends, for a variety of audiences (technical and non-technical, senior leadership, etc.).
Work with product teams to drive improvements and innovations
Integrate findings and proposals into team materials for onboarding, lessons learned, etc.
Program Highlights
Intensive 12-weeks, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
Program start dates are in May/June (Summer).
A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.
Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.
Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.
Who You Are
Required Education
You meet one of the following criteria:
Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).
Must have attained a Bachelor's Degree (not currently enrolled in a graduate program).
Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).
Required Majors: Business Administration, Engineering, Marketing.
Required Skills:
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to quickly learn unfamiliar areas and to work with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate will be a curious self-starter that is entirely capable of generating results within ambiguous environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to quickly produce clearly written, well-organized documentation; excellent presentation and meeting facilitation skills.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
Familiarity with Google Suite.
Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $24.00-$40.00 hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.
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.
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