Intern - Digital Innovation
About The Position
We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF). The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option. The selected intern will need to report onsite at the Silver Spring, MD office for the entire duration of the program which runs from May through August 2026. United Therapeutics does not provide housing or transportation. A stipend for relocation assistance may be provided on a case-by-case basis. Our internships provide a unique opportunity for individuals to work with some of the most talented people within the pharmaceutical and biotech industry. Our onsite locations offer a variety of amenities and perks available to all our interns. Addition highlights include: Professional development opportunities and trainings provided throughout the program Participation in our “Get to Know UT” Speaker Series Ongoing and formal assessments of your work Opportunity to make an impactful difference in a patient centric environment Competitive pay up to 40 hours a week Each of our locations offer our interns full access to onsite amenities All internships are paid, up to 40 hours/week. Interns are responsible for arranging their housing and transportation. A relocation stipend may be provided for non-local candidates. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis. 2026 Internship Program Dates: Monday May 18th to Friday August 14th Monday June 1st to Friday August 28th As a 2026 SLED Intern, you will contribute to real, high-impact innovation projects spanning AI, data analytics, automation, digital health, and R&D enablement. You will work closely with the Do-iT! team and cross-functional partners on initiatives that support UT’s innovation programs — including The Big Idea SPRINTS (projects not short-listed for the Shark Tank), Do-iT! Labs experiments, and internal AI application Do-iT SLED Program: The Summer Learning, Experimentation & Discovery (SLED) program is the Dept of Innovative Technology's innovation internship designed to give students a front-row seat to the technologies shaping the future of biotech — from Biology, AI/ML to digital twins, organ-manufacturing science, and open innovation.
Requirements
- Current student (undergraduate rising sophomore–senior, or enrolled graduate student).
- Students that are ideally majoring in Computer Science / Data Science / AI Biology / Biotech / Chemistry / Neuroscience Engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Systems) Analytics / Statistics / Mathematics Public Health / Health Policy Business / Innovation / Entrepreneurship Communication / Design (for innovation, UX, visualization projects
- Strong interest in technology, innovation, biotechnology, AI/ML, or digital transformation.
- Curiosity, creativity, and willingness to experiment with new tools and ideas.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Must be available to work 40 hours per week onsite in the Silver Spring, MD location.
- Experience with Python, R, SQL, or scripting languages.
- Familiarity with data visualization platforms (Tableau, Power BI).
- Interest in generative AI, copilots, agentic AI, automation tools, or digital twins.
- Prior research experience in a lab, analytics environment, or innovation program
- Creativity and comfort with rapid prototyping or concept development.
- Curiosity about biotech, pharma, or healthcare system
Responsibilities
- Support digital innovation initiatives, such as developing prototypes, dashboards, automation scripts, or AI-driven tools.
- Participate in Do-iT! Labs experiments involving emerging technologies (AI agents, sensors, workflow automation, digital twin concepts, robotics, etc.).
- Assist with data analysis, research synthesis, or technology scouting to inform innovation decisions.
- Contribute to The Big Idea open innovation program — reviewing submissions, preparing materials, helping with event logistics, and assisting teams during prototype development.
- Explore and test new technologies (LLMs, copilots, automation platforms, rapid prototyping tools) under guidance.
- Present findings, insights, or project outcomes during weekly check-ins and at end-of-summer presentations.
- Work collaboratively across UT functions — R&D, Manufacturing, IT, Quality, Regulatory, and Corporate — depending on project assignments.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more.
- For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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