Intern, Antibody Research Technology

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals' unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.

Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.

Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us

Why Genmab

Our internship program provides interns with hands-on experience and meaningful projects that directly contribute to Genmab's mission of creating and developing innovative antibody therapeutics. We aim to offer a supportive environment where interns can learn, thrive, and build a strong professional network. We encourage you to visit our website to see why we are always looking for smart, purpose-led people to help shape our bold, extra[not]ordinary future.

The Role

Are you interested in antibody engineering and eager to explore how antibody format design influences biological function? Join us in the Format Development Group in the Antibody Research & Technologies (ART) department at Genmab in Utrecht. During this internship, you will support ongoing research aimed at developing and characterizing novel antibody formats. You will work alongside Research Associates and Scientists, gaining practical experience in protein handling, sterile cell culture, and a range of functional assays that help reveal how different formats behave.

Responsibilities
 

• Support the Format Development Group in exploring a research question related to antibody format design and function.

• Learn and apply a variety of laboratory techniques, including:
  1) Mammalian cell culture with a strong emphasis on sterile technique
  2) Protein handling, purification, or conjugation workflows
  3) Flow cytometry–based assays to binding or other functional readouts
  4) Cell-based functional assays

• Accurately record experimental results and observations in the appropriate systems.

• Contribute to maintaining a collaborative, organized, and high-quality laboratory environment.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled - throughout the course of this internship - in a Master's program at a Dutch university or applied sciences institution.

• Available for 6–9 months.

• You have completed at least one prior internship.

• Interest in antibody engineering, protein science, or therapeutic format development.

• Theoretical and practical knowledge of mammalian cell culture, including sterile working practices.

• Preferably experience with flow cytometry or cell-based assay systems.

• Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn within a dynamic R&D environment.

• Strong English communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

General Intern Information
 

• Internship duration: 6–9 months

• Start date: 1 March 2026 (or later)

• Location: Utrecht, Netherlands

• Work arrangement: Full-time, on-site internship position

About You

• You are genuinely passionate about our purpose

• You bring precision and excellence to all that you do

• You believe in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving

• You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with a broad spectrum of backgrounds

• You take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team

• You can grapple with the unknown and be innovative

• You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to)

• You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so

Locations

Genmab maximizes the efficiency of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are crafted as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our powerful laboratories. Whether you're in one of our office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.

About Genmab

Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard-working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function-enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab's vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO) antibody medicines.

Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

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