Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

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.

Medical Sciences - Early Development, Oncology Grad Intern

What You Will Do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. Amgen is advancing the largest early Oncology pipeline in our history spanning several innovative technology platforms – Bispecific T Cell Engagers (BiTE®), Bispecific Antibodies, Small Molecules – across many targets and more than a dozen tumor types. We need collaborative and innovative world-class talent to ensure these molecules become medicines and reach their full potential while helping patients.

To support that effort, the Oncology Early Development Group is looking for motivated PharmD student(s) (rising 3rd year) to join our Medical Sciences team as summer intern(s). This role provides exposure to clinical trial design, oncology drug development, and cross-functional collaboration within a global biopharmaceutical company.

The intern will partner closely with Medical Sciences function to support early phase clinical development of oncology compounds from first-in-human studies through proof of concept. This internship will offer valuable experience in protocol development, study start-up, data review, monitoring, and analysis activities.

• Assist with organizing and supporting the set up and day-to-day execution of early phase clinical trials with a focus on ensuring data quality
• Participate in cross-functional discussions to understand how different teams (clinical, regulatory, operations, data management, etc.) work together
• Support clinical trial operations by helping with document preparation (e.g., protocol drafting, literature reviews, slide decks preparation) and tracking study progress under the supervision of the medical team.
• Assist in clinical data review activities, performing data review
• Assist with identifying and escalating clinical findings, documenting observations and tracking clinical queries through resolution
• Conduct background research on oncology disease states, treatments, or trial methodologies to support ongoing clinical projects.
• Contribute to scientific communication by assisting in the preparation of internal presentations or literature summaries.
• Learn about the role of the clinical team in translational and late-phase oncology development through team meetings, mentorship, and guided projects.

What We Expect of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. . The Medical professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Amgen requires that all individuals applying for a grad internship 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
• Must not be employed at the time the internship starts
• Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrolled in an accredited PharmD program; entering 3rd year (P3) in Fall 2026
• Strong academic record with demonstrated interest in oncology and research and development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Prior experience in clinical research (coursework, clerkships, projects) and/or clinical pharmacy
• Familiarity with clinical trial processes or regulatory documentation
• Strong analytical, time management, and organizational skills
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry

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.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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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.

Sponsorship

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of this program. Sponsorship for future FTE roles is not guaranteed.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

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