Medicinal Chemistry Summer Internship

The Opportunity

Are you a budding scientist with a passion for organic chemistry and eager to delve into the exciting world of drug discovery?  As an intern at Maze Therapeutics, you will play a role in the synthesis and characterization of small molecules in our current drug discovery programs.  Embark on a 9-week journey and contribute to validating new drug targets for common genetic based diseases., grow professionally, innovate, a begin shaping the trajectory of your scientific career. 

At Maze Therapeutics, we believe in the power of innovation to shape the future of healthcare. As a cutting-edge biotechnology company dedicated to unraveling the complexities of human biology, we're on a mission to redefine the possibilities of therapeutic discovery. Our commitment to advancing medical science is matched only by our passion for nurturing the next generation of scientific leaders. 

As a summer intern at Maze Therapeutics, you won't just be an observer—you'll be an active participant in groundbreaking research and development. Our internship program is designed to provide hands-on experience, mentorship, and a dynamic learning environment where your ideas can flourish. Join us in our quest to transform the landscape of healthcare through innovation and exploration. 

About the Internship

We are seeking a talented future organic chemist to join our medicinal chemistry team for a 9-week internship. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting experiments to synthesize and characterize small molecules aligned with our current drug discovery objectives. 

Your Role Includes: 

• Synthesizing and characterizing small molecules in support of Maze drug discovery programs with the potential to develop novel synthetic methods. 
• Collaborating closely with chemistry team members to conduct laboratory experiments. 
• Designing and planning experiments using databases such as SciFinder 
• Reporting, summarizing, and presenting your experimental findings to your colleagues in group and department research meetings. 

Qualifications: 

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program and the intent to earn a degree in chemistry or chemical biology. 
• Completed or currently enrolled in at least one semester of college-level organic chemistry coursework with a laboratory component.
• Self-motivated team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to data integrity.
• In office presence five days per week. 

Undergraduate: $27.50/hour 

Graduate: $35.00/hour