MECOP 2026 Spring/Summer Intern - Automation Systems & Digital Integration

Department Summary

This position is in the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), Automation Systems & Digital Integration department in Hillsboro Innovative Therapies. In this position, you will need to work effectively as part of a team responsible for ensuring successful and efficient plant operations.

This internship position is located in Hillsboro, Oregon, on-site.

The Opportunity

• Participate in the identification, evaluation, and implementation of new process technologies in alignment with business objectives or regulatory requirements.

• Analyze processes, make suggestions for improvement to mentors, & provide input to improving systems/processes.

• Frequent use & application of basic Engineering/Scientific/GMP theories, principles & techniques.

• Frequent use of data management and visualization tools.

• Perform automation tasks while ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to enhance the performance and reliability of automation and production equipment.

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain running automation systems to ensure uninterrupted plant operations and resolve system issues.

• Support the development of user requirements, design reviews, and planning for new equipment integrations.

Program Highlights

• Intensive 6 months, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.

• Program start dates are in March (Spring).

• 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) 

Required Education: You meet the following criteria:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (enrolled student).

Required Majors: Computer Engineering.

Required Skills: 

• Basic knowledge in computer engineering fundamentals.

• Basic knowledge in data analysis methods and tools.

• Real-world problem-solving experience.

• Data management, parsing, and visualization.

• Basic knowledge in networking.

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.

​

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting. 

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Oregon is $27.00-$28.00 per 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.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.