Undergrad Intern – Data Engineer – Amgen’s Technology & Medical Organizations (Summer 2027)

Amgen; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 96,432,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not specified

Job summary

Amgen is seeking an Undergrad Intern – Data Engineer in Technology, AI & Data (Summer 2027) in the United States. You will collaborate with product owners and cross-functional teams to design data pipelines, extract data, and build scalable analytics infrastructure using Python, SQL and AWS.

Qualified candidates are enrolled in a full-time Bachelor’s degree program with a 3.0+ GPA, located in the U.S., and available for full-time work.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must be available to accept and commit to future full-time employment by July 2028, if offered

Responsibilities

• Design and develop end-to-end data pipelines to extract, transform, and load data from diverse sources to the Enterprise Data Lake.
• Collaborate with lead Architects, Business SMEs and Data Scientists on data requirements and solutions.
• Build new infrastructure and analytics tools using Python, SQL and AWS.
• Identify and implement opportunities to automate tasks and develop reusable frameworks and PoC services.

Skills

Python

SQL

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Self-motivation

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in IT/CS

GPA 3.0+

Tools

AWS

ETL Tools

Pandas

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.

**Undergrad Intern – Data Engineer –** **Technology, AI & Data** **(Summer 2027)**

What You Will Do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. During this internship, you will acquire the valuable hands‑on skills and foundational experience needed to become a professional in your chosen field.

This role requires working closely with product owner/Product Architect and various functional teams to understand the data requirements and implementing data engineering solutions. This position is responsible for design and development of data pipelines to extract, transform, and load data from various data sources in various data formats to Enterprise Data Lake. Responsibilities may include:

• + Collaborating with lead Architects, Business SMEs and Data Scientists to design and develop end‑to‑end data pipelines and support infrastructure
• + Building new infrastructure and analytics tools using Python, SQL and AWS
• + Proactively identifying & implementing opportunities to automate tasks and develop reusable frameworks; participating in efforts to design, build, and develop rapid Proof-of-Concept (POC) solutions and services

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.
• + Must be available to accept and commit to future full‑time employment by July 2028, if offered

What We Expect of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The passionate and driven individual we seek exemplifies the following 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

• + Degree concentration(s) in Information Technology, Computer Science (e.g., CS, CPE, SE), Engineering, Business, or related field
• + Biotechnology, pharmaceutical or health care industry experience
• + Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
• + Strong interpersonal, project management, analytical and quantitative skills
• + Proficient in one of the coding languages (Python, Java, Scala, SQL)
• + Detail oriented
• + Demonstrated personal initiative, self‑motivation, flexibility, adaptability and resourcefulness
• + Ability to operate independently, across functional lines, and with both internal and external customers
• + Coursework in one or more of the following areas:
• + Business Systems analysis, Lean, Agile (SCRUM) and other SDLC processes, Software Development, Database Modeling, Web Design and Development, IT Management, Management of Cloud based application, B2B Collaboration, Enterprise systems such as configuration and management of ERP, CRM systems

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.

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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.

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.