Operations Graduate Program Summer 2027 Internship
- Employer
- Amgen
- Location
- Thousand Oaks, California
- Posted date
- Sep 28, 2026
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- Discipline
- Manufacturing & Production, Operations
- Required Education
- Masters Degree/MBA
- Position Type
- Full time
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Job Details
Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Operations Graduate Program Summer 2027 Internship
What You Will Do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. During this program, you will complete an internship project at Amgen within the Operations function, exploring opportunities and advancing core business priorities. Operations is one of four core functions at Amgen with a mission to manufacture and reliably deliver safe, effective, and high-quality medicine to patients around the world. The organization is spread across ten sites and divided into six functions: Engineering, Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations Transformation & Digital Strategy, Process Development, and Quality. The graduate internship projects are designed to provide students with the opportunity to solve real organizational challenges and develop essential skills for future career success.
This internship will be approximately 13 weeks, expected to start in the Summer 2027, and includes mentoring, coaching, and experiential learning opportunities to support the development of talent on their continued journey to leadership excellence. Amgen promotes collaboration with senior leadership and other business stakeholders through a series of virtual presentations and networking engagements. Interns are also invited to attend an in-person week at Amgens headquarters in Thousand Oaks, CA, which will provide the opportunity for professional development through training sessions, one-on-one mentoring, and multiple networking events.
Whether you're pursuing an MBA, a dual graduate degree in engineering and business, or a science-focused path, the Operations Graduate Program is your gateway to a meaningful career in biotech operations. Join a community that values innovation, execution excellence, inclusion, and leadershipand be part of something bigger.
Program Eligibility Requirements
Must be available to work a full-time schedule.
Expected continued enrollment in an accredited college or university following the internship program / co-op
Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship program
Must be available to accept and commit to future full-time employment by July 2028, if offered
What We Expect of You
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The passionate and driven individual we seek exemplifies the following qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
Amgen requires that all individuals applying for a grad internship or a co-op assignment at Amgen must meet the following criteria:
18 years or older
Graduated with a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
Currently enrolled in an MBA program for an MBA internship OR a Masters program for a Masters 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 Masters OR Pharm D OR Ph.D. program before the internship starts
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in science, engineering, or other relevant disciplines obtained from an accredited college or university
Two years of relevant work experience in leadership, biotechnology/pharmaceuticals, consulting, engineering, healthcare, manufacturing, technology, or other relevant industries
Experience applying AI and continuous improvement (CI) techniques to automate processes and drive proactive problem-solving in continuous improvement contexts
Demonstrates a passion for innovation in Operations
Demonstrates problem-solving skills, high-level critical thinking, and strong analytical skills
Shows strong business acumen, including the ability to understand business priorities and connect work to strategic objectives
Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, a growth mindset, and the ability to quickly learn from experiences and apply learnings to new or challenging situations
Exhibits excellent interpersonal and networking skills
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
Displays excellent time and project management skills
What You Can Expect of Us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support your journey every step of the way.
The base pay range for this opportunity in the U.S. is $35.34 - $41.83 per hour.
Build a network of colleagues that will endure and grow throughout your time with us and beyond.
Bring your authentic self to the table and become the professional youre inspired to be through accepting a culture that values the diversity of thought and experience and will flex to your strengths and possibilities.
Participate in executive and social networking events, as well as community volunteer projects.
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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Application deadline
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
Sponsorship
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of this program. Sponsorship for future FTE roles is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Company
We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.
We live the mission.
We win together.
We thrive on continual challenge.
Our team of 22,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together—to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.
At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.
Connect with us to explore how you can Win, Live, and Thrive at Amgen.
- Phone
- 805-447-1000
- Location
- Corporate Headquarters
One Amgen Center Drive
Thousand Oaks
California
91320-1799
