Undergrad Intern - Business Development (Summer 2027)

About the role

Amgen is hiring an undergraduate intern for its Business Development program in Thousand Oaks, California, for Summer 2027. The internship is project-based and focuses on Mergers and Acquisitions, Partnerships and Licensing, which brings external innovation into the company and builds partnerships with peer companies. It is open to students currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's degree program.

Key responsibilities

• Liaise with and work closely with senior-level colleagues
• Analyze competitive landscapes for therapeutic or geographic areas to identify potential targets
• Build financial valuation and transaction models
• Perform scenario analysis to assess economic impact
• Assist in planning and running transaction and BD operations processes
• Prepare materials for internal governance and cross-functional team meetings
• Support negotiations and deal structuring
• Prepare a final presentation for the BD organization and other key stakeholders

Required profile

• 18 years or older
• Currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's degree program with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent
• Expected to complete one year of study before the internship starts and remain enrolled after it ends
• Located in the United States during the internship and able to work full time
• Authorized to work in the U.S.; sponsorship for future full-time roles is not guaranteed
• Preferred: concentration in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemical engineering, pre-medicine or a related field, and interest in healthcare, biotech and business

Required skills

• Understanding of basic financial principles
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and strong teamwork

What we offer

• Base pay of $28.87 per hour
• Exposure to executive speakers, BD functions and networking with other internship programs
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth