Bioinformatics Internship
Cell Signaling Technology, Inc. (CST) is a worldwide leader in developing and commercializing antibodies, assays, and research tools. One of our most successful community initiatives is our Summer Internship Program. By employing and training students from our surrounding communities and colleges, CST is able to provide our summer interns with a positive hands-on experience in our Bioinformatics & Data Science department, where they can learn valuable skills from a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers. Many of the student interns are invited to continue their internship for consecutive years, and after completing their degrees, some return to CST as full-time employees. Our internship positions are paid positions and are full-time roles, Monday-Friday.
As a Bioinformatics & Data Science Intern at CST, you will tackle real-world challenges that directly contribute to our mission of advancing biomedical research. You’ll explore AI and machine learning techniques, develop innovative algorithms, and build scalable data pipelines to empower scientists in making groundbreaking discoveries. This role is designed to bolster your technical skills, enhance your problem-solving abilities, and provide true interdisciplinary experience—all while making a tangible impact on CST’s success.
Responsibilities:
CST interns will become key contributors to the Bioinformatics & Data Science teams, engaging in a range of impactful projects and responsibilities, including:
- Analyzing and interpreting large datasets from biological experiments.
- Assisting in the design, development, and maintenance of bioinformatics databases and pipelines.
- Developing and applying advanced bioinformatics tools and algorithms.
- Writing algorithms and scripts to automate complex data analysis tasks.
- Creating clear, visually engaging representations of data and analytical results.
- Collaborating with research scientists and team members across disciplines.
- Preparing detailed reports and presentations to share project findings.
Required Skills & Experience:
Must be currently enrolled in an Undergraduate program in Computer Science, Data Science, or other scientific disciplines relating to bioinformatics or computational biology. Graduate students are not eligible for this program.
- Have successfully completed a college STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) class.
- Should possess a passion for technology, science and learning informatics.
- Exhibit strong communication and collaboration skills.
Application Instructions:
Applications will be accepted from December 16, 2024, to January 10, 2025
Applications will ONLY be accepted if they are submitted via the CST Career site and must include the following:
- A Resume
- A link to a YouTube Video (60-second video introducing yourself and describing how an internship at CST will contribute to your future goals)
- 1 Letter of Recommendation
- Copy of an unofficial transcript
Returning interns should apply with an updated copy of their resume only. No other application material is needed.
Graduate students are not eligible for this program.
Note:
Instructions on uploading videos to YouTube can be found by following this link.
If needed, Letters of Recommendation and Unofficial Transcripts may be emailed to internships@cellsignal.com. We will accept Letters of Recommendation and Unofficial Transcripts until January 31, 2025.
Returning interns are given priority but are not guaranteed a position.
Projected Program Dates:
May 27, 2025 - August 15, 2025
Cell Signaling Technology, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, status as a veteran or as a member of the military or status in any group protected by applicable federal or state laws.
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