Ready to launch your biotech career and shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, offers exciting opportunities for students at the Universities at Shady Grove!

SPARC (Student Partnership and Research Collaboration Program) is an exclusive partnership between ATCC and the Universities at Shady Grove. This program provides students with flexible, paid, part-time career opportunities throughout the academic year at our Gaithersburg, MD facility. SPARC opportunities are based on emerging R&D projects. Previous SPARC roles have included areas such as Cell Biology, Microbiology, Cryobiology, Microphysiological Systems, Bioinformatics, and Product Marketing.

The SPARC program runs from 9/2/25 through 5/23/26.  Apply here for consideration and to receive updates on the program as we move forward with the selection process this summer.

If you are enrolled in USG lab courses focusing on Biological Sciences, Translational Life Science Technologies, Biocomputational Engineering, or related scientific fields, we want to keep in touch about the SPARC Program.  Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials. 

• Lab Duties: Perform a variety of experiments for the development of ATCC products and generate application data by following standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other controlled documents. Maintain laboratory safety, operations, equipment, and supplies.
• Documentation: Maintain production batch records in compliance with good laboratory practices. Collect, analyze, and report data, ensuring meticulous documentation. 
• Continuous Learning and Problem-Solving: Master aseptic technique, gain experience with various cell lines and organisms, and tackle routine challenges in alignment with organizational policies. 

• Currently pursuing Bachelor's degree at the Universities at Shady Grove
• Rising 3rd or 4th year student
• Attention to detail, strong communications skills, and a desire to learn are required
• Hands on laboratory experience and aseptic technique highly preferred 
• Attention to detail & strong communication skills required
• Ability to adhere to corporate policies and procedures 

The expected compensation for this role is $28.00 per hour.  

We Invest in You 

• Health & Wellness: 
  • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance & AD&D
  • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as Aflac, legal services, and pet insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
• Financial security: 
  • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
  • Corporate bonus program
• Mission Focused:
  • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
  • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
  • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission-focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating a century of supporting global public health.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Shape the future of science with us.