Postbaccalaureate Fellows Program
Supporting recent graduates' transition from academia to industry focusing on hands-on research experience and professional development
About the Program
The Postbaccalaureate Fellowship Program is designed to empower recent bachelor level STEM graduates with immersive research experiences, rigorous mentorship, and professional development.
By bridging the gap between undergraduate education and advanced graduate training, the program fosters innovation, strengthens Amgen’s scientific talent pipeline, and prepares fellows for successful entry into competitive PhD and MD-PhD programs.
Programming and Networking Opportunities
- Learning and career development series
- Postbacc Community Engagement
- Early Career Talent cross program networking
- Employee Resource Group (ERG) connections
Our Fellowship Locations
- San Francisco, California
- Thousand Oaks, California
What Sets the Amgen Postbacc Program Apart?
- Receive 2 years of training and mentorship from research scientists at a world-leading biotech company
- Master lab techniques, experiment design and data analysis in an industry setting
- Present to peers and colleagues across Amgen and contribute to publications
- Strengthen competitiveness for entry to graduate school PhD, MD-PhD programs, advanced research training, or R&D roles in biotech
- Participate in programming designed to enhance professional development
- Join a community of early career scientists and foster life-long personal and professional connections
Howard Chang
SVP, Global Research & Chief Scientific Officer, Sponsor, Postbaccalaureate Fellows Program
"Amgen’s post-baccalaureate program offers an exceptional opportunity for students to deepen their scientific training while seeing firsthand how discovery is transformed into life-saving medicines. The mentorship is outstanding, pairing early-career scientists with experienced leaders who are deeply invested in their growth, while the camaraderie within the cohort creates a collaborative and inspiring environment. With access to world-class resources, cutting-edge science, and a mission-driven culture, the program gives students a rare foundation for building both scientific excellence and real-world impact."
