Grad Intern - PKDM-BA (Summer 2027)
Amgen
Summary
Contribute to Amgen's mission of advancing innovative drug discovery through cutting-edge research. Apply machine learning approaches to better understand small molecule cellular biodistribution.
Job description
What You Will Do
Contribute to Amgen's mission of advancing innovative drug discovery through cutting-edge research. Apply machine learning approaches to better understand small molecule cellular biodistribution.
- Working in the PKDM-BA Department at Amgen, South San Francisco.
- Developing and applying fit-to-purpose models to understand target tissue exposure and support translational research.
- Presenting findings at group meetings and departmental meetings.
Program Eligibility Requirements
- Must be available to work a full-time schedule.
- Expected continued enrollment in an accredited college or university following the internship program / co-op.
- Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship program.
Basic Qualifications
- 18 years or older.
- Graduated with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Currently enrolled in an MBA, Master's, PharmD, or PhD program from an accredited college or university and completion of the first year of the program before the internship starts.
Preferred Qualifications
- Majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Bioengineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
- Hands-on experience with cheminformatics and QSAR modeling; ability to integrate chemistry, informatics, and cell biology; familiarity with molecular descriptors, fingerprints, and QSAR analysis.
- Conceptual understanding of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
Requirements
- 18 years or older
- Graduated with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Currently enrolled in an MBA, Master's, PharmD, or PhD program and completed first year before internship starts
- Must be available to work a full-time schedule
- Expected continued enrollment in an accredited college or university following the internship
- Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of this program
- Majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Bioengineering, Computer Science, or related fields (preferred)
- Hands-on experience with cheminformatics and QSAR modeling (preferred)
- Familiarity with molecular descriptors, fingerprints, and QSAR analysis (preferred)
- Conceptual understanding of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles (preferred)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (preferred)
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary research environment (preferred)
Benefits
- Networking events
- Community volunteer projects
- Professional growth support
Company overview
Amgen Inc. is a leading American multinational biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, founded in 1980. As one of the world's largest independent biotechnology companies, Amgen specializes in discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering innovative human therapeutics. The company focuses on six key therapeutic areas: inflammation, oncology/hematology, bone health, cardiovascular disease, nephrology, and neuroscience. Amgen's portfolio includes blockbuster drugs such as Enbrel for autoimmune diseases, Prolia and XGEVA for osteoporosis, Repatha for cholesterol management, Otezla for psoriasis, and Neulasta for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia. With approximately 28,000 employees worldwide, Amgen operates as a component of both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq-100 indices. The company maintains a robust research and development pipeline with numerous clinical programs across various stages, leveraging cutting-edge biotechnology and human genetic data to address some of the world's most challenging diseases. Amgen's manufacturing capabilities span multiple global locations, and it distributes products through pharmaceutical wholesale distributors and direct-to-consumer channels.