About the role#
This internship position is with the R&D Strategy & Performance Excellence (SPx) team, part of the R&D Execution, Operations, and Strategy organization. You will support the team in developing R&D strategy, managing functional transformation, and driving performance management. This role involves working across multiple functions, including Research & Development and the Chief Medical Office, to deliver business results that improve R&D productivity.
What you'll do#
- Identify problems, conduct research, and develop recommendations through qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Drive end-to-end strategic transformations, including digital shifts, cultural changes, and process improvements.
- Build organizational capabilities by developing employee skills, knowledge, and competencies to meet business challenges.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Total Quality Management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and realize value from strategic projects.
What you'll need#
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Current enrollment in an MBA, Master's, PharmD, or Ph.D. program, with completion of the first year before the internship starts.
- Preferred fields of study include Business, Finance, Management Sciences, Life Sciences, or similar.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while being highly organized.
- Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt to ambiguity.
- Basic understanding of project management, business processes, or change management.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Remote.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: $35.34 - $41.20 per hour.
- Eligibility: Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of the program. Sponsorship for future full-time roles is not guaranteed.
About Amgen
Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops human therapeutics to treat cancer, heart disease, and other conditions. Founded in 1980, the company is based in Thousand Oaks, California. It operates as a public company with over 41,000 employees. Its work focuses on biologics and the development of novel products.
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