Production Science Intern

Company: Zymo Research Corporation
Location: Tustin
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Summary: Zymo Research is looking for a dynamic individual to join our Technical Manufacturing & Quality Team as a Production Science Intern. This is an exciting opportunity to assist with material validation, documentation, and process support activities that ensure materials meet quality and performance requirements for production. In this role, you will be responsible for efficiently executing experiments, compiling data, and communicating findings to Operation Managers. You will be mentored by a senior team member to support and effectively guide your contributions to project objectives. The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated learner, an effective team player, and possess a strong interest in learning about molecular biology and experimental design. The successful candidate should also be detail-oriented and have experience in basic molecular biology laboratory techniques. If you are passionate about directly contributing to scientific advancement alongside industry veterans in a highly collaborative environment, we want you! This position is a part-time summer internship (maximum of 29 hours per week). Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the qualification and validation of materials and processes. Run experiments using common molecular biology techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, nucleic acid isolations, etc.) Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain required documentation according to ISO 9001 standards. Maintain and keep detailed lab notebook and be able to compile, analyze, and present data in scientific settings. Ability to work in a laboratory environment and handle standard lab equipment. Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Education and Experience: A graduate or currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Life Science, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field. Previous experience in a molecular biology or biochemistry laboratory is preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Demonstrate effective and professional communication skills while working collaboratively in a team environment. About Us: Since its inception in 1994, Zymo Research has been proudly serving the scientific community by providing innovative, reliable, and high-quality research tools and products. Whether it's DNA, RNA, epigenetics, microbiomics, protein, or yeast-based research, our philosophy remains the same: To provide the highest quality products in the industry while ensuring they are both simple to use and reliable in their performance. Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Orange County Register in 2021, 2022, and named a Top Workplace USA in 2023, Zymo Research continues to be a vibrant community where employees thrive, feel connected, and are inspired by their work. If you are passionate about contributing to scientific advancement and want to be part of an exceptional team in a dynamic, growing company, we'd love to hear from you! Compensation: The estimated base compensation range for this position is $20.00 per hour at the time of posting. Actual compensation details will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Zymo Research welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. These include sex, age, color, race, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical & mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other protected status as defined by federal, state, or local law. Location: Onsite – Zymo Research Operations – 2911 Dow Ave, Tustin, CA 92780 Disclaimer: At Zymo, we take the integrity of our hiring process seriously. Please be aware of fraudulent recruitment activities that may use our name to deceive job seekers. We will never ask for payment, sensitive personal information, or financial details during the recruitment process. All legitimate communications will come from an official Zymo or TriNet Hiring email address. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to represent us using a free email service (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or asking for payment, please treat this as fraudulent and report it immediately to jobs@zymoresearch.com

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