Product Development Intern (Summer 2026)

Help us change lives At Exact Sciences, were helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while youre working to help others. Position Overview The R&D Intern will assist in the development and optimization of NGS-related methodologies within the Product Development group. The position is intended to be a full-time opportunity for an engineering or science undergraduate to obtain hands-on laboratory experience in an industry leading research group while contributing to the overall company goals. Essential Duties Include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist with basic laboratory experiments. Assist with general laboratory duties. Assist with sample preparation. Assist with DNA extraction methods. Assist in Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) methods. Assist in NGS library prep methods. Assist with other support duties as assigned. Run experiments and perform analysis. Work with liquid handling robotic instrumentation. Attention to detail Display strong communication and teamwork Required for all Job descriptions: Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork. Support and comply with the companys Quality Management System policies and procedures. Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization. Scheduling requirements: Ability to work designated schedule. Physical requirements: Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 30% of a typical working day. Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously. Ability to use a telephone through a headset. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical working day. Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height. Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements. Ability to use various types of laboratory equipment; including microscopes, microtomes, blades, strainers, and pipettes for extended periods of time. May perform repetitious actions using lab tools. Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range. May be exposed to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation. Minimum Qualifications Enrollment towards Bachelors/Masters degree in field of Life Sciences. Preference giving to candidates with a record of outstanding academic achievement. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel. Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. Applicable portions of the Companys affirmative action program are available to any applicant or employee for inspection upon request. #LI-LZ1 Salary Range: $40,250.00 - $64,400.00 The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - CA - San Diego on a full-time basis. 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