Undergrad Clinical Immunology Intern (Summer 2027)

Amgen Inc.; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen’s Clinical Immunology Internship (Summer 2027) invites undergraduates to support immunogenicity research. You will gain hands-on experience with PBMCs, B cell–T cell co-cultures, and high-throughput assay development in a collaborative, learning-focused environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Immunology or related fields, with interest in clinical research and drug development. This paid internship offers mentorship, lab exposure, and opportunities to present findings.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a full-time Bachelor’s Degree program with a 3.0 GPA minimum.
• U.S. location for the duration of the internship and ability to work full-time.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vitro cell-based assays with PBMCs and B cell–T cell co-culture assays.
• Assist in development and optimization of high-throughput immunogenicity assays.
• Collaborate with scientists across multi-functional teams on research initiatives.
• Document experimental procedures and results in electronic lab notebooks.
• Assist in analysis of flow cytometry data and prepare reports for the team.
• Engage in discussions to explore new research ideas and methodologies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree program

Tools

Mammalian cell culture

Flow cytometry

Job description

Career Category College Job

Job Description 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. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. 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.

Clinical Immunology Intern (Summer 2027)

What You Will Do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. The Amgen’s Clinical Immunology Department is seeking an enthusiastic undergraduate intern to support our research efforts in evaluating the immunogenicity of therapeutic candidates. In this dynamic role, you will gain hands‑on experience in laboratory techniques and contribute to ongoing projects that align with our mission to advance drug development for various therapeutic areas.

• Conduct in vitro cell-based assays, including working with Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells (PBMCs) and B cell-T cell co-culture assays.
• Participate in the development and optimization of high-throughput assays to evaluate immunogenicity risk.
• Collaborate with scientists across multi-functional teams to support ongoing research initiatives.
• Document experimental procedures and results in electronic lab notebooks.
• Contribute to the analysis of flow cytometry data and assist in preparing reports and presentations for team meetings.
• Engage in discussions and brainstorming sessions to explore new research ideas and methodologies.

Program Eligibility Requirements

• Expected completion of one year of study from an accredited college or university prior to the internship commencing
• Expected continued enrollment in an accredited college or university following the internship program
• Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship program
• Must be available to work a full-time schedule.

What We Expect of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The undergraduate intern we seek is a collaborative and attention-to detail with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

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

• 18 years or older
• Currently enrolled in a full-time Bachelor’s Degree program from an accredited college or university with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in Immunology, Biology, or a related field.
• Hands on experience with mammalian cell culture techniques and knowledge of multi-color flow cytometry
• Strong interest in clinical research and drug development, particularly in immunology.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

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 28.87 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.

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.

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.

Salary Range

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