Undergrad Translational Sciences Intern

Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients

Amgen's shared mission is to serve patients living with serious illnesses. Since 1980, the company has helped pioneer biotech in the fight against some of the world's toughest diseases. Its four therapeutic areas are Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease, and it is advancing medicines for cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity-related conditions.

Amgen's culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. Team members research, manufacture, and deliver medicines that help people live longer, fuller lives.

What You Will Do

During this program, you will support research into human-relevant in vitro assays for drug safety testing. Drug safety testing helps identify potential safety concerns early and informs medicine development decisions. Many established assays use 2D cell cultures, which may not fully capture human biology, so more human-relevant models may make safety assessments more informative.

• Perform laboratory studies using human cell culture models.
• Assist with experiments that assess cellular responses relevant to drug safety.
• Record, organize, and analyze experimental data.
• Compare findings across assay conditions and cell types to evaluate assay performance.
• Present results and observations to the research team.
• Follow laboratory procedures and safety practices.

Program Eligibility Requirements

• Expected completion of one year of study at an accredited college or university before the internship starts
• Expected continued enrollment at an accredited college or university after the internship
• Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the program
• Must be available to work a full-time schedule

What We Expect of You

The curious, detail-oriented candidate is a scientifically minded learner who is eager to contribute.

Basic Qualifications: Applicants must be 18 years or older and currently enrolled in a full-time Bachelor's Degree program at an accredited college or university with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in biology, biochemistry, toxicology, pharmacology, bioengineering, or a related field.
• Interest in drug development, cell biology, laboratory research, and improving human-relevant in vitro safety assays.
• Prior cell culture or molecular biology experience is helpful but not required.
• Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and clear communication skills. Experience organizing or analyzing data is a plus.

What You Can Expect of Us

Amgen supports professional and personal growth and well-being through competitive benefits and a collaborative culture.

The base pay range for this opportunity in the U.S. is $28.87 per hour.

• Build a network of colleagues that will last throughout your time with Amgen and beyond.
• Bring your authentic self and grow into the professional you aspire to be in a culture that values diversity of thought and experience.
• Take part in executive and social networking events, as well as community volunteer projects.

Sponsorship

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of this program. Sponsorship for future full-time roles is not guaranteed.

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted until a sufficient number is received or a candidate is selected.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodation is available to individuals with disabilities during the application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

Amgen will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.