Intern - Kite Research - Viral Vector Core

Kite Pharma • Santa Monica, CA

9h • $19 - $55 • Onsite

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.

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: Masters or PhD
• 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
• Knowledge of basic molecular and cell biology principles and techniques is required
• Knowledge of basic lab virology and techniques is preferred.
• Experience working with tissue culture cells in a biosafety cabinet is highly desired
• The candidate should have an interest in virology, immunology, and/or cancer cell therapy

Responsibilities

• The candidate will help to devise and plan a research project in the Kite vector core pertaining to utilizing and optimizing viral vectors desigend for cell therapy.
• Carry out the research project under the supervision and guidance of the vector core lead.
• Perform data analyses of their results to guide further experiments
• Showcase your work with a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship

Benefits

• paid company holidays
• sick time
• housing stipends for eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern