Undergrad Clinical Immunology Intern (Summer 2027)

Amgen•Thousand Oaks, CA

About The Position

Amgen’s Clinical Immunology Department is seeking an enthusiastic undergraduate intern to support research evaluating the immunogenicity of therapeutic candidates. The intern will gain hands-on experience in laboratory techniques and contribute to projects supporting drug development across therapeutic areas. The role involves cell-based assays, high-throughput assay development and optimization, flow cytometry data analysis, documentation, and collaboration with scientists across multifunctional teams. The internship is for Summer 2027. Candidates must be located in the United States for the full program and available to work full-time. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, enrolled full-time in an accredited bachelor’s degree program, and have a minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent. They must have completed at least one year of study before the internship and remain enrolled in an accredited college or university after the program. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for the program’s duration; sponsorship for future full-time roles is not guaranteed. The U.S. base pay is $28.87 per hour. Amgen describes a collaborative, inclusive culture and opportunities to build a professional network, attend executive and social networking events, and participate in community volunteer projects.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Be currently enrolled full-time in a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university, with a minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent.
Have completed one year of study at an accredited college or university before the internship begins.
Remain enrolled in an accredited college or university following the internship program.
Be located in the United States for the duration of the internship.
Be available to work a full-time schedule.
Be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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