Intern - Development - Clinical Operations

Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Clinical Development, Data Management, Biostatistics, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Supply, and other cross-functional partners.

Showcase your work with a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship

Learning Objectives

By the end of the internship, the intern will:

Understand the clinical trial lifecycle from study start-up through closeout.

Gain experience with clinical trial systems, metrics, and reporting tools.

Learn how cross-functional teams collaborate to deliver clinical studies.

Develop project management and organizational skills within a regulated environment.

Build an understanding of regulatory requirements governing clinical research.

Internship Project Examples

The intern may be assigned one or more strategic projects, including:

Clinical trial startup timeline analysis

Country and site activation metrics review

Study risk identification and mitigation tracking

Clinical Operations process improvement initiatives

CRO performance and operational dashboard development

Inspection readiness and TMF quality improvement projects

Required Qualifications:

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 (official transcripts will be requested).

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) official transcripts are required.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Degree qualification: Undergrad / Graduate

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

Currently pursuing degree in Life Sciences Public Health Nursing Pharmacy Clinical Research Health Sciences Biomedical Sciences Business or Project Management with healthcare focus

Coursework or previous experience in clinical research, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or life sciences.

Familiarity with clinical trial processes and GCP principles.

Experience working with data analysis, project tracking, or reporting tools.

Ability to identify issues and seek solutions

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity in the workplace

Efficient, organized, and able to handle short timelines in a fast-paced environment

Gilead Core Values:

Integrity (Doing What’s Right)

Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)

Teamwork (Working Together)

Excellence (Being Your Best)

Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

The expected hourly range for this position is $20.00 - $55.00.

Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including education level and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.

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