Life Sciences Summer Internship Program 2026
Job Function
- Business Development
- Investment
- Sales, Marketing & Public Relations
- Project Management
- Research & Development
Discipline
- Biochemistry
- Bioengineering
- Bioinformatics
- Biological Sciences
- Biology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Data Science
- Ecological & Environmental Sciences
- Food & Nutritional Sciences
- Healthcare
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Medical Sciences
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Public Health
- Science Communication
Years of Experience
- 0-3 years
Job Details
Description
As new knowledge and technologies constantly transform the landscape of life sciences and its many sectors, HKLSS offers a unique life sciences/biotech internship opportunity to empower emerging biotech talent. Interns will have the chance to explore cutting-edge research, latest technology, and the future of life sciences and biotechnology.
Selected interns will be assigned to our partners or portfolio companies in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Shenzhen, including start-ups, venture capitals, NGOs, healthcare, and bio-pharmaceutical companies. They will also engage with sector specialists through company visits, and workshops, exploring different career options in biotechnology and life sciences.
Responsibilities
- Acquire practical skills that are applicable in the workplace
- Work with translational researchers and biotech professionals
- Expose to one of the following sectors: R&D, business or product development, investment, marketing communication, program or project management
- Participate in the HKLSS-core program, including lab visits, study tours, conversations with C-suite executives, and networking activities
- Be given priority in enrolling in our Mentorship Scheme
Requirements
- Senior-year undergraduate and postgraduate students, aged 18 or above, with an academic qualification in life sciences, biomedical sciences, medicine, data science or business (with a science or tech focus)
- MRes, MPhil or PhD students will be prioritized for R&D positions
- Recent graduates and applicants with other relevant background will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Additional Information
Duration:
7 weeks (Internship - 6 weeks)
First Round Application Deadline:
14 Nov 2025
Final Round Application Deadline:
12 Dec 2025