Intern - Development - Business Strategy and Operations at Gilead Sciences

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Biotechnology, PharmaceuticalsIndustries

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 Masters/MBA/PhD program at an accredited US based university or college
Must be 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: Undergrade/Graduate/MBA/PhD/PharmD
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
Demonstrates aptitude to learn Gilead’s business and the biopharma industry
Good at analysing data and interpreting business and technical information to extrapolate themes and patterns that may serve as innovation or strategic opportunities
Gilead Core Values: Integrity (Doing What’s Right), Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity), Teamwork (Working Together), Excellence (Being Your Best), Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

Responsibilities

Able to effectively manage direct interface and communications with stakeholders
Supports other team members in completing deliverables for their internal customer groups
Helps other team members operate more efficiently by attending to incremental work or lower complexity assignments
Identify and recommend new or enhanced data or reporting applications, other tools or infrastructure components that can bring significant value to multiple team members
Identifies and communicates opportunities to improve own work and outcomes
Listens intently and actively to ensure understanding. Effectively clarifies and summarizes to ensure shared understanding and agreement
Actively seeks feedback and uses to improve
Showcase your work with a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Stakeholder ManagementCommunicationsProject SupportTeam CollaborationBusiness Operations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

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, currently enrolled full-time in a Masters/MBA/PhD program at an accredited US university, be a graduate or doctoral student, and enrolled full-time in the Fall after the internship.

What key responsibilities will the intern handle?

Responsibilities include managing communications with stakeholders, supporting team members on deliverables, handling incremental work, identifying improvements in data/tools/infrastructure, communicating opportunities for better outcomes, actively listening and seeking feedback, and showcasing work in a final PPT presentation.

Is this a full-time internship?

Yes, the employment type is full time.

What opportunities are available beyond the main project?

Interns have opportunities to participate in professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities, and local community volunteer programs.

What makes a strong candidate for this internship?

Strong candidates are currently enrolled graduate or doctoral students in Masters/MBA/PhD programs with a GPA of 2.8 or higher, authorized to work in the US, and demonstrate skills in stakeholder communication, teamwork support, identifying process improvements, active listening, feedback-seeking, and presenting work effectively.

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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