Grad Co-op - Brand Journalist

Amgen • Thousand Oaks, CA

124d • $30 - $40

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university following the potential internship or co-op assignment.
• Must not be employed at the time the internship starts.
• Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship or co-op.

Nice To Haves

• Enrollment in a graduate program in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, English, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated excellence in writing, editing, and interviewing, with writing samples available for review.
• Strong interest in the ability to convey complex topics in accessible language.
• Proven organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of brand journalism initiatives within the Corporate Communications function.
• Research, draft, and edit written content including feature articles, news stories, blog posts, and digital copy.
• Conduct interviews with employees, leaders, and external stakeholders to capture authentic perspectives.
• Translate scientific and technical information into concise, engaging narratives that are easily understood by non-specialist audiences.
• Assist in the production of multimedia content, including video scripts, infographics, and short-form communications.
• Contribute to editorial planning, content calendars, and campaign execution.
• Monitor communications trends and healthcare industry developments to inform content creation.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Networking events.
• Community volunteer projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees