Optum

Bioinformatics Intern

InternshipIn OfficeThiruvananthapuram, Kerala2 months33K/mo1 openingImmediate / Rolling

About this internship

Optum is hiring a Bioinformatics Intern in Thiruvananthapuram — a hands-on, mentor-led internship built for students and 2026 freshers who want real exposure to bioinformatics rather than a certificate-only programme. About the role As a Bioinformatics Intern at Optum, your core focus will be…

Skills you'll use

PythonRSequence AnalysisNGS DataBLAST & Alignment ToolsLinuxBiostatisticsData VisualisationGenomics DatabasesScientific Reporting

What you'll do

Work on sequence analysis, pipelines and biological data interpretation alongside the core team
Apply Python, R, Sequence Analysis, NGS Data to live, production-facing problems
Document your work clearly for reviewers and stakeholders
Participate in reviews and act on the feedback you receive
Collaborate across engineering, product, design or business as required
Follow the team's quality, testing and documentation standards

Who can apply

Pursuing or recently completed B.Tech/M.Tech (Bioinformatics, Biotech)/M.Sc (Bioinformatics, Life Sciences) — 2026 freshers & final-year students welcome
Working knowledge of Python, R, Sequence Analysis (or a genuine willingness to learn them)
Strong fundamentals in your discipline and clear problem-solving ability
Care with detail and the discipline to document your work
Clear written and verbal communication in English
Based in or willing to work from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Perks & benefits

Internship CertificateLetter of RecommendationMentorship from a named mentorLive project experienceExposure to professional tools and workflows

Interview & selection process

3 rounds — typical selection flow for this role:

1Application screening & resume shortlisting by the talent team
2Technical interview on fundamentals and your projects
3HR discussion — stipend, start date, expectations and offer

About Optum

Optum operates in the healthcare technology sector and has an active presence in Thiruvananthapuram. Interns here are put on real work from the start, because the team's view is that the fastest way to learn a craft is to practise it under people who already do it well — not to watch it from a…

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