Intern - Environmental Health & Safety (Industrial Hygiene)

At Gilead, we are dedicated to creating a healthier world for everyone. For over 35 years, we have fought diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, and cancer, working relentlessly to develop therapies that improve lives and ensure global access. Our mission requires collaboration, determination, and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead's team contributes to the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we pursue our bold ambitions, and we are looking for passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone of the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed, and empowered.

Job Description

As a Gilead intern, you will contribute to high-impact, meaningful projects that advance our mission and provide real-world experience at one of the most innovative organizations globally. You will also have opportunities to participate in professional development, leadership presentations, social/network building activities, and community volunteer programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Industrial Hygiene and Chemical Hygiene Program Managers with technical, administrative, and program support activities.
• Assist with quantitative industrial hygiene exposure assessments focused on airborne pharmaceutical and chemical hazards, as needed.
• Enter, maintain, and analyze industrial hygiene exposure monitoring data within the Cority IH Module Software.
• Support EH&S projects, technical research, training materials, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Present your work in a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the internship.
• Must be enrolled full-time in a Bachelor's, Master's, MBA, JD, or PhD program at a nationally accredited U.S. college or university, with continued full-time enrollment required in the Fall semester following the internship.
• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate (freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior) or as a graduate/doctoral student.
• Must have a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8 at the time of application and hire (official transcripts will be requested).
• Must be independently authorized to work in the United States now and in the future (current or future work authorization must not require school or employer sponsorship).
• Must be able to commit to a full-time internship lasting 10-12 consecutive weeks between May and August.
• Must be willing and able to work at the designated site for the duration of the internship (relocation may be required). All internships are hybrid; fully remote roles are not offered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred degree level: Undergraduate, Graduate, MBA, PhD, PharmD
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and proactively seek solutions
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a collaborative environment
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity, including the ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, efficient, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with short timelines

Gilead Core Values

• Integrity (Doing What's Right)
• Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)
• Teamwork (Working Together)
• Excellence (Being Your Best)
• Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

The expected hourly range for this position is $19.00 - $55.00. Gilead considers various factors when determining base compensation, including education level and geographic location, so actual compensation may vary. Benefits include paid company holidays, sick time, and housing stipends for eligible employees.