Grad Intern - Biostatistics (Summer 2027)

Amgen; Thousand Oaks (CA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation housing assistance

Transportation allowance

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Amgen’s Grad Intern – Biostatistics (Summer 2027) offers 10–13 weeks of meaningful project work in biostatistics, with collaboration alongside a senior statistician on trial design and analysis across therapeutic areas. The program includes executive/social networking events, community volunteer projects, and limited relocation housing or transportation support.

The internship culminates in a presentation summarizing the work completed, with a focus on patient impact and professional growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college is required.
• Enrollment in MBA, Master’s, PharmD, or PhD program and completion of the first year before internship start.
• Eligibility to work in the United States for duration of internship.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a senior statistician on design and analysis of clinical trials and nonclinical research.
• Present a summary of internship work at program conclusion.

Skills

SAS

R

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA program

Master's degree

PhD program

PharmD program

Tools

UNIX

NT

Job description

Career Category College Job Job Description Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

Grad Intern – Biostatistics (Summer 2027)

What You Will Do

Amgen’s 10 – 13-week internship program offers meaningful project experiences that impact patient’s lives. This internship provides the opportunity for executive and social networking events and to participate in community volunteer projects while providing competitive compensation. Limited relocation housing and/or transportation allowance may be available for eligible candidates. This position will work closely with a senior-level statistician on topics related to the design and analysis of clinical trials and/or nonclinical research. Amgen research and development uses science and innovation to dramatically improve people’s lives in various therapeutic areas, including oncology, nephrology, bone metabolism, cardiovascular, and inflammation. At the conclusion of the internship, this position will give a presentation summarizing the work completed during the program.

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.

What We Expect of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The collaborative individual we seek is a team-player 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or Mathematics
• In the process of completing the third year of current program
• Proficiency in SAS or R on either a UNIX or NT platform
• Ability to lead and deliver results in an interactive matrixed environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills, relationship building, and leadership skill

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 $35.34 – $41.20 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.

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.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential. For more information, visit www.amgen.com and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen