Undergrad Intern Software Engineer Amgens Technology & Medical Organizations (Summer 2027)

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,546,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen invites an undergraduate intern to join the Technology & Medical Organizations as a Software Engineer for Summer 2027. The role focuses on hands-on development, testing, and adhering to software engineering standards across projects.

You will gain foundational experience in programming languages such as Python, Java, Scala, and SQL, while contributing to real-world systems and tools used in biotech workflows.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older
• Currently enrolled in a full-time Bachelor's Degree program with a 3.0 GPA minimum
• Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship
• Must be available to work a full-time schedule
• Must be available to commit to future full-time employment by July 2028

Responsibilities

• Developing, testing, debugging, and detailing components of applications
• Developing project plans
• Transforming basic business processes into programming logic

Skills

Python

Java

Scala

SQL

Education

Full-time Bachelor's Degree student

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Undergrad Intern Software Engineer Amgens Technology & Medical Organizations (Summer 2027)

What You Will Do

Lets do this. Lets 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 employs software development, configuration and design techniques that ensure alignment to software development standards, performance efficiency, reliable and maintainable code, and self-documenting programs. Candidates should demonstrate a basic understanding of software development methodologies and techniques. Responsibilities may include:

• Developing, testing, debugging, and detailing components of applications
• Developing project plans
• Transforming basic business processes into programming logic

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 Bachelors 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, well 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 youre 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.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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.