Intern, Kite Research

About the Role

As a Gilead / Kite intern, you will contribute to high-impact, meaningful projects that will not only further advance our company’s mission but will allow you to gain real-world experience at one of the most innovative organizations in the world. You will also have opportunities to participate in special events including professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities, and local community volunteer programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform CAR-T cell manufacturing
• Test constructs in vitro
• Analyze and present data
• Be flexible to the team's needs
• Showcase your work with a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the internship.
• Must be enrolled full-time in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, MBA, JD, or PhD program at a nationally accredited U.S. college or university, with continued full-time enrollment required in the Fall semester following the internship.
• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate (freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior) or as a graduate/doctoral student.
• Must have a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8 at the time of application and hire.
• Must be independently authorized to work in the United States now and in the future (current or future work authorization must not require school or employer sponsorship).
• Must be able to commit to a full-time internship lasting 10–12 consecutive weeks between May and August.
• Must be willing and able to work at the designated site for the duration of the internship (relocation may be required).
• All internships are hybrid; fully remote roles are not offered.

Qualifications

• Preferred Degree qualification: PhD, MD
• Preferred field of study: Biology, Molecular and Cell Biology, or a related discipline
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (MS Office) tools, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and proactively seek solutions
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a collaborative environment
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity, including the ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with short timelines

The expected hourly range for this position is $19.00 - $55.00.

Benefits include paid company holidays, sick time, and housing stipends for eligible employees.