Posting Title: Internship: GVGH Serology and Immunology Intern, Italy, 2025
Help us get ahead of disease together with our Serology and Immunology team in Italy as an intern and help us unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. You will support laboratory and research activities focused on serological assays and immune response measurements of vaccine candidates at pre-clinical or clinical phases. You will work closely with experienced scientists, learn practical lab skills, and contribute to meaningful global health projects. We value curiosity, clear thinking, teamwork and a willingness to learn. This role offers strong growth potential, hands-on experience, and a real chance to make an impact on global health.
Education required: BS or MSc degree (recently graduated or final-year student) in Biology, Biotechnology, Immunology, Biochemistry or related scientific field.
Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in Italian and good working knowledge of English (B2 or higher).
Expected start date: January 2026
Internship period: 6 months (can be renewed)
Application deadline: 26 November 2025. We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We will close this vacancy when we have enough applications, so please apply as soon as you can so your application can be considered.
Number of Position: 2
Internship type: Extra-Curricular
Work mode: On-site, Siena, Italy
Are you looking to gain valuable world work experience and help to positively impact the health of billions of people?
Apply for a GSK Internship today!
A GSK internship offers you the opportunity to kickstart your career – to take on a real role with genuine impact. You’ll take on challenging, serious work on live research projects, learn from experienced scientists, and gain valuable hands-on laboratory experience contributing to vaccine development for global health.
What will you do?
• Support serology and immunology laboratory activities focused on vaccine candidate evaluation.
• Run routine assays (e.g. ELISA, flow cytometry, functional tests) following established protocols and safety procedures.
• Prepare reagents, samples and materials; support equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Record, manage and analyze experimental data with accuracy and clarity.
• Assist in assay optimization, troubleshooting, and method development tasks.
• Contribute to lab documentation, reports, and presentation of results to the team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues to support project goals and continuous improvement.
• Learn from experienced scientists and take part in real research with global impact.
What will you learn?
• Practical laboratory techniques in serology and immunology.
• How to apply quality, safety and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Data analysis, interpretation, and reporting in a research context.
• How vaccine immune responses are evaluated at pre-clinical and clinical stages.
• Team collaboration and scientific communication skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset within a research and innovation environment.
What are we looking for?
• Academic background in life sciences with strong interest in immunology and vaccines.
• Basic laboratory experience from university or previous internships.
• Familiarity with immunological assays (ELISA, flow cytometry, functional tests) is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic data handling.
• Teamwork, curiosity, and a positive attitude toward learning.
• Ability to follow detailed protocols and maintain accurate lab records.
• Motivation to grow within a research or quality environment.
What do we offer you?
• Hands-on research experience in an international scientific environment.
• Mentorship from expert scientists in vaccine R&D.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in global health.
• Access to on-site facilities, including staff canteen and parking.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture focused on development and innovation.
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Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
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