Imagine if you had the skills, knowledge, and teammates to both understand the root of the world’s most pressing problems and build the technologies and companies best positioned to solve them. RA Capital has done exactly that for more than two decades, backing bold ideas in medicines to further human health and now expanding into Planetary Health to improve how efficiently we utilize the world’s precious resources.
RA Capital is among the leading providers of capital and services to the most promising innovators in the world. We invest flexibly—seed to IPO and beyond, anywhere in the world—with $10 B+ under management and a culture that prizes curiosity, rigor, and collaborative debate. We are investors who not only fund companies but get elbow deep in building them. From helping them recruit talent to helping them recruit patients for their studies to helping match them to strategic partners and even going to Washington to win reforms, RA Capital’s large team has people with nearly every relevant expertise one might need to turn an idea into a cure that actually helps people.
If you live for first-principles problem-solving with great colleagues, thrive on complexity, and want to do meaningful work that ripples across industries and ecosystems, you’ll feel at home at RA Capital. Here, questions are welcomed, ideas are tested, and victories are shared. Even our lawyers are creative and engaging. And don’t get us started on our compliance team’s wicked sense of humor; nothing about what we do is boring.
Are you ready to bring your creativity, discipline and collaborative spirit to help us invent the future? Join us and you’ll collaborate daily with investors, founders, physicians, biologists, engineers, economists, and reform advocates who think in systems and act with urgency.
Join us to invent a happier, healthier, more productive future - and have fun doing it.
Internship Description:
As a Research Intern at RA Capital, you will be an integral part of our Research Team, contributing to the company’s scientific research efforts by collecting, streamlining, and organizing detailed data. Research interns will gain exposure to internal and external third-party databases to enable the collection, curation, and management of large data sets to support diverse company initiatives. This internship is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience for college students interested in life science investing. You will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a practical setting, gain valuable skills, and make meaningful contributions to our research efforts. Interns will report to the Research Managers.
Candidates must be eager to experiment with ways to incorporate AI into their work to be more efficient and effective. RA Capital is looking for people who are proactive about using AI where possible, looking for new tools and even creating new tools; AI is transforming our work, and we are specifically looking for AI-forward people to ensure that we are leveraging these tools to make us as effective as possible.
Mentoring/Managing Opportunities:
• You will be assigned a dedicated mentor from our research team who will provide guidance, support, and feedback throughout the internship.
• Regular check-ins and feedback sessions with your manager/mentor to review progress, discuss projects, and address any questions or challenges.
• Opportunities to collaborate with and learn from professionals in finance, biotechnology, and investment analysis.
Benefits and Learning Opportunities:
• Exposure to the investment decision-making process in the biotechnology sector.
• Hands-on experience in data analysis and targeted research
• Networking opportunities with professionals in finance, biotech, and healthcare.
• Insight into the broader landscape of biotech investment strategies.
Key Requirements:
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in a relevant field (biology, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, finance, economics, or related disciplines).
• Strong interest in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare industries.
• Familiarity with scientific literature and ability to critically analyze scientific data.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (Excel, programming languages are a bonus) and experience leveraging AI in either a project or work-related setting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex scientific concepts clearly.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently as well as in a team.
Location & Length of Internship:
• The internship will be a full-time position lasting 10-12 weeks over the summer months, with a target start date of June 1, 2026. We can accommodate academic schedules and flex the end date for return to school. You will asked to come in on a hybrid working model in our downtown Boston office. in the office Monday-Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.
• The internship is based in Boston, no relocation or housing assistance is provided.
Compensation & Internship Experience
This is a paid, hourly internship position. Compensation is competitive within the industry and commensurate with experience and level of study. Eligibility for additional benefits may vary based on the duration and structure of the internship.
In addition to financial compensation, interns can expect the following:
Exposure to real-world projects and hands-on work
Mentorship from experienced professionals
Opportunities for professional development within a collaborative team environment
RA sponsored lunch on designated days
Access to RA-sponsored events, speaker series, and social activities
Participation in wellness and community-focused initiatives
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RA Capital Management Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
200 Berkeley St, Boston, MA , United States, 02116
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