The Bioprocessing Summer Undergraduate Internship Training and Education (BSUITE) program for undergraduate research in bioprocessing and bioengineering provides an opportunity for participants to obtain valuable experience through team projects based on bioprocessing for the production of monoclonal antibodies, enzymes, vaccines, and cell and gene therapy.

During this exciting program, participants will learn about technical and regulatory considerations for biopharmaceutical production, including biotechnology and cell line engineering, cell growth, product purification, viral controls, and quality systems. Students will be introduced to career options within biomanufacturing that are enabled through KGI’s Master of Engineering in Biopharmaceutical Processing (MEng) program, including process development, production support, facility engineering, quality oversight, and regulatory positions.

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2024 Dates

  • Session #1 (online): June 17 – 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Session #2 (in-person): July 8 – 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Students participating in the in-person program sessions are financially responsible for their transportation, housing, and food throughout the program.

Learning Opportunities: In-Person and Virtual

  • Learn important process steps for the manufacture of biological products
  • Identify advanced analytical methods to measure process parameters 
  • Understand regulatory concepts and requirements for biopharmaceutical processing 
  • Refine presentations and report writing skills  

Learning Opportunities: In-Person Only

  • Grow mammalian or microbial cells 
  • Examine operations of downstream purification steps
  • Practice steps to prepare and sterilize bioreactors 
  • Develop proficiency in data analysis 
  • Troubleshoot problems encountered during experiments 

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"BSUITE really opened my eyes to the possibilities of career pathways that I can have. I reached out to industry professionals to gain a more in-depth understanding of the industry, and hearing their advice really led me to see the benefits of doing a master's program for bioprocessing. "
Jared Cristobal
BSUITE Student
Summer '20

Application Procedures and Requirements

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    Application Deadline

    • May 15

    Priority Deadline

    • April 15

    Application Requirements 

    An online application form is required that contains questions about your personal and educational background. Additional requirements (below) can be submitted along with your online application or separately:

    • Personal Statement
      • Please provide a brief statement of why you are interested in BSUITE and what you would like to do once you complete your undergraduate degree.
    • Resume
    • Letter of Recommendation (optional)
      • Contact information for one recommender is optional during the application process. This person should be able to evaluate your qualification and potential for success in our program (such as an instructor, advisor, mentor, etc). More than one recommender can be submitted but is not required. 
      • Recommenders will be contacted via email to submit their recommendation online. If they prefer otherwise they can email or mail a copy to the Admissions Office along with this recommendation form. 
    • Transcripts
      • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted for evaluation purposes. Official transcripts are not required for admission but may be substituted for unofficial transcripts for admission review.

    Application Review

    We will review applications on a rolling basis. We take a holistic look at each applicant, and place great importance on letters of recommendation and your personal statement. We will strive to notify you about the status of your application as soon as possible.

  • The program is designed for undergraduate juniors or graduates interested in starting the MEng program in the future. We focus on candidates majoring in biology, chemistry, biotechnology, bioengineering, chemical engineering, or related disciplines who are looking to build a strong foundation for a future career in the manufacturing of biologic products.

  • There is a $20 application fee. If you are in need of an application fee waiver, please contact admissions@kgi.edu.

 

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