Internship: Lab Systems

Internship: Lab Systems & Automation Intern, IT, 2026

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting-edge technology to transform people’s lives. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

• Education required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology (with programming skills) or a related technical field.
• Other requirements: Knowledge of programming (Python preferred, or MATLAB)
• Strong interest in laboratory automation, technology and data
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new tools and systems
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving approach
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Good communication skills and ability to work in teams
• Adaptability and proactive attitude
• Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in Italian and English (B2/c1)
• Expected Start date: from July 2026
• Internship period: 6 months (renewable 6 months)
• Application deadline: 3rd of June

Internship Type: Curricular or Extra-Curricular

A GSK internship offers you the opportunity to kickstart your career – to take on a real role with genuine impact You’ll take on challenging, serious work on live projects or assignments. You’ll also get to learn from us, develop your skills and gain valuable experience for wherever the future takes you.

What will you do?

• Support implementation and testing of laboratory automation workflows
• Contribute to integration and configuration of lab instrumentation
• Develop and support basic scripting in Python for workflows and data analysis
• Work on laboratory data collection, cleaning and visualisation (Excel, Power BI)
• Assist with configuration and testing of lab digital tools and systems
• Collaborate with lab scientists, engineers, IT and quality teams
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with data integrity standards
• Follow lab safety and good laboratory practice requirements

What will you learn?

• Hands-on experience with lab automation systems and instrumentation
• Basic development of Python scripts applied to laboratory workflows
• Practical understanding of lab data systems and digital tools
• Data analysis, reporting and dashboard creation
• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration (science, IT, engineering, quality)
• Strong documentation practices and data integrity standards
• Structured problem solving in a technical/scientific environment

Skills

This is a temporary internship opportunity focused on professional development.

Any reimbursement, scholarship, allowance, or financial support will be provided in accordance with applicable local laws, regulations, and GSK site policies.

More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.

Questa è un’opportunità di tirocinio/stage temporaneo orientata allo sviluppo professionale. Eventuali rimborsi spese o borse di studio potranno essere rimborsate in conformità alle normative locali applicabili, ai regolamenti vigenti o alle policy del sito GSK. Informazioni più dettagliate saranno fornite durante il processo di selezione.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

Should you require any specific adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on ita-inclusion.recruitment@gsk.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qu