Grad Intern - Discovery Protein Science

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Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Grad Intern - Discovery Protein Science

What You Will Do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. During this program, you will join our Discovery Protein Science team at the Amgen South San Francisco site. Discovery Protein Science is responsible for designing and producing key enabling reagents to support early discovery programs and exploring groundbreaking novel protein modalities. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to the development of life-changing medicines. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in molecular biology and a passion for drug discovery. If you are eager to gain hands-on experience in the biotech industry and make a positive impact on human health, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

You will primarily engage in laboratory work, utilizing molecular biology techniques to refine DNA templates for various expression systems. Responsibilities include performing quality control analyses and developing standardized reports to facilitate subsequent protein production efforts. The intern will gain knowledge about the protein production process in industry settings and experience how to design and produce proof-of-concept molecules fit for specific purposes with the following responsibilities:

• Review and summarize project-related literatures.
• Design, conduct, and troubleshoot project-related experiments.
• Analyze, interpret, and present results internally and engage with coworkers in scientific discussions.

What We Expect of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The motivated individual we seek is a hard worker with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

Amgen requires that all individuals applying for a grad internship or a co-op assignment at Amgen must meet the following criteria:

• 18 years or older
• Graduated with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Currently enrolled in an MBA program for an MBA internship OR a Master’s program for a Master’s internship OR a PharmD program for a PharmD internship OR Ph.D. for a PhD internship from an accredited college or university and completion of the first year of MBA OR Master’s OR Pharm D OR Ph.D. program before the internship starts
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university following the potential internship or co-op assignment
• Must not be employed at the time the internship starts
• Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship or co-op

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree concentration(s) in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering or related fields
• With minimum 6 months of laboratory experience
• Broad training in molecular biology techniques (PCR, transformation, DNA preps, DNA sequence analysis)
• Hands-on experience in recombinant protein expression using E.coli, insect cells, mammalian cells or other model organism systems
• Strong desire to perform in vitro lab experiments
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

What You Can Expect of Us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The base pay range for this opportunity in the U.S. is $30 - $40 per hour.

• Build a network of colleagues that will endure and grow throughout your time with us and beyond.
• Bring your authentic self to the table and become the professional you’re inspired to be through accepting a culture that values the diversity of thought and experience and will flex to your strengths and possibilities.
• Participate in executive and social networking events, as well as community volunteer projects.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

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