Lead Identification - NGS GroupAt — Ionis Pharmaceuticals

Opportunity Summary 

This internship uses NGS for lead identification to accelerate the discovery of antisense oligonucleotide and siRNA therapeutics. This involves using high-throughput sequencing for Differential Gene Expression (DGE) selectivity profiling,, assessing mRNA reduction, and characterizing the efficacy of candidates in disease-relevant cell mode.(from company website)

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

How to utilize RNA sequencing and bioinformatics to develop my own assays if I ever decide to pursue a job in this specific field.

Program 
Internship
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
40hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
No
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
Unknown
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
05/11/2026 to 08/31/2026