Intern - Medical Affairs

Intern - Development - Medical Affairs, USMA PAQ

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 special events, including professional development and leadership presentations, social and network building activities, and local community volunteer programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in cross-functional launch planning activities to support successful commercialization and patient access for pipeline and recently launched therapies.
• Evaluate healthcare policy, reimbursement, and payer landscape trends to identify implications for launch readiness and market access strategy.
• Support development of evidence-based resources and strategic recommendations that communicate clinical, economic, and patient-centered value to healthcare decision makers.
• Partner with Medical Affairs, HEOR, Market Access, and Commercial colleagues on strategic initiatives that improve patient access and optimize launch success.
• Showcase your work with 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 PharmD 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: PharmD
• Preferred field of study: Pharmacy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (MS 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, 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)