Intern - Kite Research - Protein Science

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.

Intern - Kite Research - Protein Science 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 will include, but are not limited to the following: Participate in exploratory projects supporting lab-in-the-loop protein production and engineering workflows, such as evaluation of new assays or technologies, improvement of experimental data workflows, and/or implementation of small-scale automation solutions to accelerate learning from experimental results Recombinant protein expression, purification and analytics Biophysical and biochemical protein characterization Detailed documentation and record keeping using ELN/LIMS Communicate plans and results in both oral and written form effectively Coordination of tasks across multiple projects, demonstrating prioritization and planning Showcase your work with a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship 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).  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 level: PhD Preferred field of study: Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology, 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