Technical Intern Jobs in Massachusetts
Technical Intern jobs in Massachusetts are in steady demand, concentrated in Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester, where life sciences, clean energy, and defense technology anchor the market at every level from first-year undergraduates to graduate candidates. Major employers with lasting presences here include Raytheon Technologies, General Electric, and Mass General Brigham, all of which run structured technical internship programs. The most sought-after specialties are software engineering, electrical systems, and biomedical research support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Envision spending your summer working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for participants in the Technical Development Program Internship at AbbVie Bioresearch Center (ABC) in Worcester, MA.
Technical Development Program Internship Description:
As a Technical Development Program intern, you will participate in a paid, 11-week summer program working on meaningful assignments that have a real impact on our business and patients worldwide.
Past examples of projects have included:
Product and process optimization in a manufacturing facility
Quality systems data analysis to identify compliance trends
EHS risk management assessment
AbbVie offers you an opportunity for potential work experiences that are aligned to a variety of functional areas, including those listed below. Interns will be placed in assignments based on business needs and skill set.
Manufacturing
Engineering
Supply Chain
ABC strongly considers high performing interns as candidates for our Technical Development Program (TDP) after they graduate. ABC’s TDP is a three-year rotational program with three separate work assignments. The rotations are carried out in a variety of functional areas within Operations. The goal of the program is to develop AbbVie’s future leaders, provide exposure across the business functions, and forums for skill and professional development.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled in university, pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related major.
Must be enrolled in university the semester following your internship
Expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028
Demonstrated leadership skills (i.e., extracurricular activities or projects)
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent problem-solving, written, and verbal skills
Exceptional interpersonal, leadership and project management skills
Proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrity
Additional Information
Benefits and Amenities:
Competitive pay
Relocation support for eligible students
Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Envision spending your summer working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for participants in the Technical Development Program Internship at AbbVie Bioresearch Center (ABC) in Worcester, MA.
Technical Development Program Internship Description:
As a Technical Development Program intern, you will participate in a paid, 11-week summer program working on meaningful assignments that have a real impact on our business and patients worldwide.
Past examples of projects have included:
Product and process optimization in a manufacturing facility
Quality systems data analysis to identify compliance trends
EHS risk management assessment
AbbVie offers you an opportunity for potential work experiences that are aligned to a variety of functional areas, including those listed below. Interns will be placed in assignments based on business needs and skill set.
Manufacturing
Engineering
Supply Chain
ABC strongly considers high performing interns as candidates for our Technical Development Program (TDP) after they graduate. ABC’s TDP is a three-year rotational program with three separate work assignments. The rotations are carried out in a variety of functional areas within Operations. The goal of the program is to develop AbbVie’s future leaders, provide exposure across the business functions, and forums for skill and professional development.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled in university, pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related major.
Must be enrolled in university the semester following your internship
Expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028
Demonstrated leadership skills (i.e., extracurricular activities or projects)
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent problem-solving, written, and verbal skills
Exceptional interpersonal, leadership and project management skills
Proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrity
Additional Information
Benefits and Amenities:
Competitive pay
Relocation support for eligible students
Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in technical intern jobs across Massachusetts.
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
- Demonstrated coursework or project experience in the relevant technical discipline
- Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Python, MATLAB, CAD software, or lab instrumentation
- Ability to work on-site in Massachusetts for the full internship term
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration
- GPA of 3.0 or higher as stated in the majority of Massachusetts technical intern postings
Technical Intern Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a technical intern in Massachusetts?
Most Massachusetts technical intern roles require current enrollment in an accredited engineering, computer science, or applied science program at a Massachusetts college or university. Employers typically expect completed foundational coursework in the relevant discipline, and candidates strengthen their applications with hands-on project work, participation in university research labs, or involvement in organizations such as IEEE or the Society of Women Engineers chapters active across Massachusetts campuses.
Which companies hire technical interns in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts technical intern roles are posted by Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, MathWorks, and ITW and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's dense cluster of research universities, defense contractors, and biotech firms means that new internship cohorts open across the state throughout the academic year, not only in the summer cycle.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most technical intern jobs?
Waltham, Boston, and Natick lead Massachusetts for technical intern openings. Boston and Cambridge dominate because of the concentration of research hospitals, biotech headquarters, and university-affiliated innovation districts, while Worcester draws postings from defense-adjacent manufacturers and the growing life sciences corridor along Route 9 that connects several mid-state research campuses and medical device firms.
Are there remote technical intern jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're less common than in fully desk-based roles, since many technical internships involve lab work, hardware testing, or on-site collaboration. About 86% of technical intern openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share is higher in software-focused roles than in roles tied to physical systems or laboratory environments.
How can I get hired as a technical intern in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying through structured intern cohort programs that Massachusetts employers run specifically for students without prior industry experience, including those at Raytheon Technologies, MathWorks, and Massachusetts General Hospital's research division. Candidates who have completed relevant coursework, contributed to a university engineering team, or earned a relevant certification such as a CompTIA or SolidWorks credential stand out even without paid experience. Entry-level co-op postings through Northeastern University's co-op network and WPI's project-based programs also give candidates a direct foot in the door.
Where can I find and apply to technical intern jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to technical intern jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across industries and locations. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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