2027 Product Development, Science, and Technology Intern (Undergraduate)

AbbVie Inc.; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a motivated summer intern with experience in analytical chemistry to develop new analytical methods for late-stage and commercial small-molecule assets. The role focuses on HPLC, NIR/Raman, MS, and peptide mapping, with hands-on instrument setup and data analysis.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in analytical chemistry and data analysis, and the internship offers exposure to modern instruments and cross-functional collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in university pursuing a BS in chemistry or related field.
• Enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship.
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 – June 2028.
• Hands-on wet lab experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Developing novel analytical methods and evaluating method accuracy, precision, sensitivity and robustness.
• Interpreting mass spectral data and building calibration models as appropriate.
• Supporting development of platform methods for peptide mapping and MS/MS based quantitative analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BS in chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC

Mass Spectrometry (MS)

NIR/Raman spectroscopy

Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

Envision spending your summer working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for AbbVie Interns.

We are seeking a motivated summer intern with experience in analytical chemistry to develop new analytical methods for late-stage and commercial small-molecule assets. This role will center on using analytical technologies including high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), rapid spectroscopy (NIR/Raman), mass spectrometry (MS, MS/MS) and peptide mapping. The intern will work on method development, instrument setup, sample preparation, data collection, and method optimization using a vast array of modern analytical instruments and analysis platforms.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analytical chemistry, spectroscopy, chromatography, mass spectrometry, and modern analytical techniques and data analysis.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing novel analytical methods and evaluating method accuracy, precision sensitivity, robustness, etc.; Comparing methods across multiple instruments and platforms to determine the best fit for the intended application
• Interpreting mass spectral data using appropriate software and data analysis workflows; Building chemometrics calibration model as appropriate
• Supporting development of platform methods for peptide mapping and MS/MS based quantitative analysis of biologics and peptide-based drugs

Qualifications

MinimumQualifications

• Currently enrolled in university, pursuing aBSin chemistry or other related field
• Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship
• Expected graduation datebetween December 2027 – June 2028.
• Hands-on wet lab experience is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with common analytical techniques, including IR/Raman spectroscopy, HPLC, Mass Spectrometry, etc.
• Strong collaboration skills and comfort working cross-functionally
• Strong writing and communication skills

Additional Information

Benefits and Amenities:

• Competitive pay
• Relocation support for eligible students
• Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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