Intern - IT - IT Security, Risk, and Compliance

Gilead Sciences, Inc.•Foster City, CA

44d•$19 - $55

About The Position

As a Gilead intern you will contribute to high-impact meaningful projects that will not only further advance our company's mission but will allow you to gain real world experience at one of the most innovative organizations in the world. You will also have opportunities to participate in special events including professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities and local community volunteer programs. This position provides essential support across all areas of the IT Risk & Compliance program. The internship offers hands-on experience in IT Security, Risk, and Compliance activities, including exposure to governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and enterprise risk management practices. Interns will gain practical knowledge of industry standards and tools while contributing to initiatives that enhance Gilead's cybersecurity and compliance posture.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8
Authorized to work in the United States without Sponsorship now or in the future or CPT/OPT through your University.
Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor's/Masters/MBA/PhD program at an accredited US based university or college
Must be a Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in undergrad or a Graduate or Doctoral Student
Must be enrolled full-time in the Fall Semester at an accredited university/college after the completion of the internship
Must be able to complete a 10-12 consecutive week internship between May and August
Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship

Nice To Haves

Preferred Degree qualification: Undergraduate
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
Ability to identify issues and seek solutions
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity in the workplace
Efficient, organized, and able to handle short timelines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with Risk and Compliance Managers to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of program activities across Governance, Risk, and Compliance domains, including IT Risk Management, IT SOX Compliance, Security Governance, Responsible AI Process Governance, and Disaster Recovery.
Participate in control assessments, gain exposure to various methodologies and frameworks, and assist with required analysis.
Conduct research and support data analysis as needed.
Assist in creating documentation, process flows, and work papers to support program objectives.
Engage hands-on in projects and programs across IT Risk and Compliance domains.
Work with multiple stakeholders across Gilead (IT and Business) to gather information and facilitate the completion of cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory-related projects.
Contribute to other activities related to information security or additional functional areas as assigned.
Showcase your work with a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship