Internship

Intern – Research

Discovery Sciences & Technologies

Posted on 9/4/2024

Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences

10,001+ employees

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$19 - $55Hourly

No H1B Sponsorship

San Mateo, CA, USA

Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship.

Category
Lab & Research
Life Sciences
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
Responsibilities
  • Evaluate the efficiency of using Lipid nanoparticles (LNP) for ex vivo gene editing on primary (Myeloid and T cells) or stable cell lines.
  • Develop and optimize the plate-based CRISPRa and CRISPRi screen.
  • Develop cell lines to support receptor crosslinking study.
  • Apply scientific knowledge and technical expertise to develop and conduct plate based biochemical and cell-based assays/screens using state of the art technologies.
  • Showcase your work with a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship.

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.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$15.9B

Headquarters

Foster City, California

Founded

1987

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 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.

What critics are saying

  • 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.

What makes Gilead Sciences unique

  • 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.

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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

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