Intern – Corporate Affairs & Legal (Government Affairs)

Job Description

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.

Intern – Corporate Affairs & Legal (Government Affairs)

As a Gilead 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, and social/network building activities and local community volunteer programs.

Key Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

Government Affairs:

• Assist the Federal Government Affairs team on all advocacy strategies and activities.
• Track legislation/regulations and provide summaries of legislative activities, stakeholder engagements and/or events as requested.
• Assist other GA functions (SVP, US Policy, FOCUS) on various projects, including conducting research and drafting presentations
• Create and maintain communications materials for internal and external audiences.
• Assist with the preparation of leadership visits to Washington, D.C., including compiling briefing books and background materials.
• Any other duties as assigned by GA leadership
• Showcase your achievements and deliverables with a final presentation near the conclusion of your internship.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8
• Authorized to work in the United States without Sponsorship now or in the future

• Must be enrolled full-time in the Fall Semester at an accredited university/college after the completion of the internship
• Must be able to complete a 10-12 week internship between May and August 1, 2025
• Must be able to relocate and work at the Gilead Washington, DC office for the duration of the internship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program at an accredited US-based university or college, and a rising sophomore, junior, or senior in undergrad or a graduate student in Summer 2025

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• 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
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Gilead Core Values:

• Integrity (Doing What’s Right)
• Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)
• Teamwork (Working Together)
• Excellence (Being Your Best)
• Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact careers@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the EEO is the Law poster.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Apply online today at www.gilead.com/careers.