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We are seeking motivated candidates for our Research Intern opportunity. This internship offers the ... May be assigned increasingly advanced research laboratory support functions, dependent upon level ...

Observe and assist with laboratory experiments under supervision. * Participate in research ... intern or visitor appointment. * INTERNS: Those participating for academic credit must receive ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average monthly pay for laboratory research intern in the United States is $6,439.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $4,416.67 and $7,666.67 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a laboratory research intern?

Laboratory Research Interns are students or recent graduates who work in research labs to gain practical experience in scientific investigation. They assist with experiments, data collection, and analysis under the supervision of experienced scientists. Their responsibilities may also include preparing materials, maintaining lab equipment, and helping to document results. This role provides valuable hands-on learning opportunities and can be a stepping stone to advanced studies or careers in science.

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As a Laboratory Research Intern, you can expect to assist with day-to-day experimental procedures, data collection, and equipment maintenance under the supervision of senior researchers. You'll often be involved in preparing samples, recording results, and ensuring that lab protocols are followed for accuracy and safety. This role provides hands-on experience with laboratory techniques and offers the chance to learn about research design, data analysis, and scientific communication. Interns frequently collaborate with other lab members, attend team meetings, and may have opportunities to present their findings, making it an excellent stepping stone toward advanced roles in research or graduate studies.

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To thrive as a Laboratory Research Intern, you need a solid grounding in scientific principles, laboratory safety, and data analysis, typically gained through coursework in biology, chemistry, or related fields. Familiarity with lab equipment, basic statistical software, and tools like Microsoft Excel or specialized lab management systems is often required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication help interns excel in collaborative and meticulous research environments. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring accurate results, maintaining safety, and contributing meaningfully to research projects.

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Infographic showing various Laboratory Research Intern job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,274 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Research Intern Per Diem

Cedars Sinai

Los Angeles, CA

Per diem, Internship

Posted 15 days ago


Cedars-Sinai rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 131 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

43rd of 1,060 rated hospitals


Job description

We are seeking motivated candidates for our Research Intern opportunity. This internship offers the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week on meaningful research projects while collaborating with experienced professionals. We welcome applications from undergraduate students in their senior year who are pursuing a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) degree, as well as recent graduates with a bachelor's degree in a STEM field. Candidates who have already completed their bachelor's degree should have graduated within the past year to be eligible for this internship.

The Research Internship program provides students and trainees an opportunity to develop basic research skills. Interns in this program are provided the opportunity to experience and observe many different aspects of basic, translational and/or clinical research. This program offers interns a unique experience, which is intended to provide a wealth of knowledge about the numerous options for a career in healthcare research. Typically lasting not more than a twelve-month period, this internship will expose participants to a diverse spectrum of clinical and non-clinical based research investigations. Under direct supervision from the assigned Postdoctoral Scientist, senior-level Research Associate and/or Principal Investigator, the intern will be provided with basic research instruction, will be oriented to the Institutional Review Board and other Human Subjects courses, and will be introduced to new and innovative research practices and techniques.

Education

  • Available to work up to 40 hours per week for the duration of the internship.
  • Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) degree program with senior-year standing; OR Completed a bachelor's degree in a STEM field within the past 12 months (recent graduate).
  • Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree in Life/Physical Sciences or related field, which includes a minimum of two years lab coursework. - preferred


Experience

  • Basic understanding of general research objectives.


Licenses and Certifications

  • No license or certification required
  • Receives instruction & training in the areas of basic, translational, and/or clinical research.
  • Receives orientation to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and other Human Subjects Courses.
  • Shadows staff and gains exposure to a variety of scientific procedures and techniques.
  • Provides support with research data collection and data entry, literature searches, basic patient screening tasks, and may assist with basic scholarly writing.
  • Assists staff with keeping accurate and detailed project records of experiments and results.
  • May assist with the operation and maintenance of lab equipment.
  • Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures.
  • May be assigned increasingly advanced research laboratory support functions, dependent upon level of education and technical ability.

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