Summer Intern - Gene Therapy Research

At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts - and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you'll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person's contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine's No. 1 Top Employer for four consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK.

For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we're in. Are you?

About the Role:
We're looking for a Summer Intern - Gene Therapy Research on the Research Team to help us expand what's possible for patients with serious diseases.

The Insmed Summer Internship Program is designed to give you more than just a glimpse into the pharmaceutical industry-it's a chance to make a real impact. Over the course of the summer, you'll gain hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful team projects, and learn directly from skilled professionals who are invested in your growth.

The Insmed Summer Internship Program gives students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a corporate environment in the pharmaceutical industry, receive mentoring from highly skilled professionals, and work on dynamic team projects. Our 2026 Summer Intern program is a full-time (40 hours per week), paid internship. The internship may present opportunities for rotational assignments within the function, and the intern will be assigned goals and objectives that will support the strategic business plan of the company.

What You'll Do:

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to determine the effects of PSEN1 gene therapy on in vitro and in vivo models.

You'll also:

• Work within a team to execute cell culture experiments testing novel gene therapies in patient-derived cells and analyze the results
• Assess behavioral tasks in an in vivo model of Alzheimer's disease
• Establish effects of novel gene therapy on Alzheimer's related pathology
• Present findings at an internal meeting to various departments within Insmed

Who You Are:

You are a current student working on a bachelor's, master's, or PhD in neuroscience or cell biology.

You are or you have:

• Background in cell biology, neuroscience, or genetics
• Hands-on experience in cell culture maintenance, differentiation, and downstream molecular assays
• Experience working in a vivarium with mouse models and behavioral tasks
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with a passion for learning new techniques

Nice to have (but not required):

• Preferred education: Bachelor's or Master's degree
• Experience with ELISA, qPCR, western blot, or other molecular assays
• Experience with viral gene delivery and gene-editing techniques

Where You'll Work

This role is based out of our San Diego, California lab and requires full-time, in-person presence to support hands-on collaboration, access specialized equipment, and/or operational needs.

Pay Range:
$20.00-35.00 Hourly

Life at Insmed

At Insmed, you'll find a culture as human as our mission-intentionally designed for the people behind it. Our internship program reflects that commitment by supporting how you learn, grow, and show up each day while contributing to work that matters.

Our internship offerings include:

• Paid company holidays
• Hands-on learning in real-world projects
• Networking opportunities with leaders and social events with your peers
• Mentorship and professional development
• A final presentation to celebrate your contributions
• Access to office amenities for those who are not remote

Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.