Life Sciences Summer Internship Program 2026 (7 weeks)

Life Sciences Summer Internship Program

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 biotechnology.

Selected interns will be assigned to our partners or portfolio companies in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Shenzhen, including start-ups, VCs, NGOs, healthcare and bio-pharmaceutical companies. They will be able to engage with sector specialists through company visits and workshops, exploring different career options.

Duration: 7 weeks in total (internship working period - 6 weeks)

Interns will:

• Acquire practical skills that are applicable in the workplace. 
• Work with experienced 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.

Eligibility

• Senior-year undergraduate or 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).
• Priority will be given to MRes, MPhil or PhD students when considering interns for R&D positions.
• Recent graduates and applicants with other relevant backgrounds will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Applicants are required to have the right to work at the respective internship location.

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