Internship in Medicinal Chemistry

**The Position**:
Are you looking for an exciting challenge in an internationally successful company that has been awarded as one of the “Global Top Employers” several times? Are you passionate about science and eager to make a difference in healthcare?

At Boehringer Ingelheim, we offer students the opportunity to explore the pharmaceutical world from the inside. As an intern, you’ll be part of a team at our main research site in Biberach. During your time with us, you will collaborate closely with experienced scientists, exchanging ideas and gaining valuable insights that support your personal and professional development. You’ll gain hands-on experience, contribute to real projects, and learn from experts in a company that’s shaping the future of healthcare.

- Curriculum vitae
- Cover letter
- Academic transcript
- Letter(s) of recommendation (ideally two)Research summary

**You will gain an insight into the following topics and areas of activities**:

- Support the synthesis of new molecules to support lead generation and lead optimization projects targeting innovative biological pathways.
- Plan and execute organic chemistry experiments, including purification (e.g., chromatography) and characterization of new molecular entities.
- Analyze experimental data (e.g. by NMR and LC-MS), interpret results, and document findings in electronic laboratory notebooks.
- Conduct scientific literature searches to gather information on synthetic methods and reaction mechanisms.
- Explore and optimize synthetic routes with the focus on improving scope, yield and scalability.Follow laboratory safety protocols and ensure compliance with internal standards.

**Your Profile**:

- Completed master’s degree in organic chemistry (PhD students in their last years of doctoral studies is a plus).
- Comprehensive and state of the art knowledge of organic chemistry and reaction mechanisms.
- Hands-on experience with different laboratory reaction setups, including inert atmosphere techniques and purification methods.
- Experience in analytical techniques for reaction monitoring and characterization of molecules (NMR, LC-MS).
- Proficiency in scientific searching engines such as Reaxys or Scifinder and chemical drawing tools.
- Intercultural competencies, ideally shown by experience abroad.
- Proficient oral and written communication skills in English (good command in German is a plus).(A valid residency permit that covers the entire duration of the internship and authorizes participation in student internships in Germany is a mandatory requirement.)

**What we can offer you**:

- As a student intern, you can expect a **fair expense allowance**(payment of the currently valid minimum wage)
- You will be given **2.5 days of paid time off for every full month**of the internship
- A full-time internship is **37.5 hours a week**(a smaller number of hours can be arranged)

**Recruitment process**:
Step 2: Virtual meeting
Step 3: Virtual meeting with the hiring manager

**Ready to contact us?**:
Please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330.