Job Description
Job Title: Winter-Spring 2026 Co-Op-Intern- Type 2 Exploratory Biology Location: Cambridge, MA
About the Job Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? The race is on to speed up drug discovery and development to find answers for patients and their families. Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress.
At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a place where early-career scientists can thrive-whether you’re exploring career paths, building skills, or contributing to breakthrough research. As a Winter 2026 Co-op in our Type 2 Exploratory Biology group, you’ll gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge immunology research, work alongside a collaborative and innovative team, and help advance discoveries that could transform the future of medicine.
We believe you don’t have to wait to make an impact. If you’re passionate about science and excited to explore your potential in immunology research, we encourage you to apply.
Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all students and employees.
We are seeking a curious and driven student to join the Immunology and Inflammation Research Therapeutic Area as a co-op. Working with our Type 2 Inflammation team, you’ll assist in exploring novel immune pathways and mechanisms relevant to chronic inflammatory diseases. This role is ideal for someone eager to contribute to early-stage drug discovery in a scientifically rigorous and supportive environment.
You’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of experimental approaches using Sanofi’s state-of-the-art platforms. With guidance from experienced scientists, you will support the design and execution of in vitro assays and assist in data analysis to help identify and characterize new therapeutic targets.
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
Main Responsibilities - Contribute to hypothesis-driven research projects, with support from mentors and scientific staff
- Perform cell-based and molecular assays to investigate immune pathways in mouse and human systems
- Assist in the development and optimization of in vitro models and exploratory assays
- Analyze experimental data and contribute to internal presentations and discussions
- Collaborate across functions with other research teams and participate in lab meetings
- Maintain accurate and organized laboratory records and adhere to all safety protocols
About You Basic Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Biology, Biotechnology, Immunology, or a related field for the term of the co-op (Winter/Fall term, Jan 2026 - May 2026)
- Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications: - Hands-on experience in a lab setting (academic or industry); familiarity with techniques such as flow cytometry, ELISA, qPCR, or cell culture
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment
- Eagerness to learn new techniques, ask questions, and contribute to a dynamic scientific team
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Exposure to single-cell analysis or omics technologies
- Interest in immunological mechanisms and translational research
- Familiarity with data analysis software (e.g., FlowJo, GraphPad, R) is a plus
Why Choose Us?- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
- Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
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