Intern- Commercial- Marketing at Gilead Sciences

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

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
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Degree qualification: (Graduate/MBA)
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
Gilead Core Values: Integrity (Doing What’s Right), Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity), Teamwork (Working Together), Excellence (Being Your Best), Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

Responsibilities

Conduct primary and secondary research to gather market insights
Conduct benchwork and research to evaluate current trends in marketing/technology generally and in pharma specifically
Review and assess learnings and perform gap analysis
Develop strategic marketing recommendations based on findings
May write project briefs/scope projects and begin to develop tactics
May oversee vendors and agency partners to scope and/or product deliverables within timelines and budget
Opportunity to develop project management skills, interact with a variety of stakeholders with various areas expertise, and become familiar with industry processes and regulations (Brand leadership, sales, medical, market access, insight/analytics, legal, public affairs, and regulatory are all important stakeholders in development of strategic and executional recommendations)
Showcase your work with a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

market researchprimary researchsecondary researchbenchworkgap analysisstrategic marketingpharma marketingmarketing trendstechnology trends

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the key responsibilities of the Commercial Marketing Intern?

Key responsibilities include conducting primary and secondary research for market insights, evaluating marketing and technology trends in pharma, performing gap analysis, developing strategic marketing recommendations, overseeing vendors, and showcasing work in a final presentation.

What are the required qualifications for this internship?

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a minimum GPA of 2.8, be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship or via CPT/OPT, and be a full-time rising sophomore or higher in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, MBA, or PhD program at an accredited US university.

Is this a full-time or part-time internship?

This is a full-time internship.

What opportunities does the internship offer beyond the main project?

Interns will participate in professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities, and local community volunteer programs, while contributing to high-impact projects and gaining real-world experience.

What makes a strong candidate for this internship?

Strong candidates are rising sophomores or higher in accredited US programs with at least a 2.8 GPA, authorized to work in the US, and ready to engage in research, analysis, strategic recommendations, stakeholder interaction, and project management in a pharma marketing context.

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1987Year Founded

$15,873.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off

Generous 401(k) contribution matching

Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare

Global Wellbeing Reimbursement

Time Off

Global Volunteer Day

Giving Together Program

Employee Support Programs

Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.

Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.

Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.

Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.

Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.

Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.

Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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