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Grad Intern – Computational Chemistry

0-2 years
$30-$40 per hour
10 Nov. 4, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Remote Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title:

Graduate Intern – Computational Chemistry

Job ID:

R-229036

Location:

United States – Remote

Work Location Type:

Remote

Date Posted:

October 30, 2025

Category:

College Job / Internship

Salary Range:

$30 – $40 per hour


About Amgen

Founded in 1980, Amgen is one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies, driven by a mission to serve patients living with serious illnesses.
Focused on Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease, Amgen delivers innovative treatments to millions of patients worldwide.
Its award-winning culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and science-based excellence, offering opportunities for growth and impact.


Position Summary

Amgen is seeking a Graduate Intern – Computational Chemistry to join the Computational Chemistry team during Summer 2026.
This team plays a critical role in accelerating drug discovery, using computational modeling, AI, and molecular simulations to identify novel small molecule therapeutics.

The intern will contribute to developing and deploying computational tools, collaborating with interdisciplinary scientists to enhance Amgen’s drug discovery platform.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement computational chemistry methods for studying protein–ligand interactions.

  • Apply physics-based and machine learning (ML/AI) techniques to support the discovery of next-generation therapeutics.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional research teams to ensure successful project execution.

  • Conduct literature reviews and summarize scientific findings relevant to assigned projects.

  • Communicate results and progress clearly to team members through presentations or reports.

  • Maintain thorough and reproducible documentation of methods and analyses.


Basic Qualifications

Applicants must meet Amgen’s graduate internship eligibility criteria:

  • At least 18 years old.

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

  • Currently enrolled in one of the following graduate programs:

    • MBA (for MBA internship)

    • Master’s degree program (for Master’s internship)

    • PharmD program (for PharmD internship)

    • Ph.D. program (for Ph.D. internship)

  • Completed at least one academic year in the respective graduate program prior to internship start.

  • Enrolled in a degree program following the internship or co-op assignment.

  • Not employed at the start of the internship.

  • Must reside in the United States for the duration of the internship/co-op.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Academic background in Computational Chemistry, Computational Biophysics, Cheminformatics, or related quantitative disciplines.

  • Knowledge of protein-ligand interactions, molecular dynamics, and free-energy perturbation methods.

  • Familiarity with computational modeling suites (e.g., Schrödinger, MOE).

  • Programming proficiency in Python and experience with Unix-based systems and Git/version control.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about scientific discovery and innovation.


What You Can Expect from Amgen

  • Competitive hourly pay ($30–$40/hour).

  • Opportunities to network with scientific and business leaders across Amgen.

  • Exposure to AI-driven research and computational drug discovery technologies.

  • Participation in executive networking, social events, and community service projects.

  • A culture that supports diversity, curiosity, and career development.


Sponsorship Policy

  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the internship.

  • Future full-time sponsorship is not guaranteed.


Equal Opportunity Statement

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
The company provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application, interview, and employment process.


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🔗 careers.amgen.com
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