At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Co-Op Duration - September 8, 2026 - April 30, 2027
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. Amgen British Columbia, located in Burnaby, is a research center of excellence focused primarily on the use of cutting-edge platform technology for the discovery of therapeutic antibodies. Alongside our scientists, technologists at Amgen British Columbia are innovating to deploy digital solutions to accelerate scientific processes and advance the use of AI and ML in our discovery pipeline. We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Computer Engineering Co-op to join our team for an 8-month placement. In this role, you will work closely within our Technology (Internal IT) department to design, develop, and implement software solutions, automate laboratory instruments, and create data visualization tools. As part of this role, you will be interacting with scientists to develop an understanding of their laboratory processes and translate these into codified solutions. This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical skills in a real-world setting, contributing directly to projects that support pharmaceutical research and development.
Key Responsibilities:
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Software Implementation and Data Pipelines: Work on the development and optimization of internal and vendor software systems, this will include implementation of data pipelines to ensure the seamless flow of data between systems.
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Instrument Automation: Collaborate with scientists and Technology team members to automate laboratory instruments, improving efficiency and accuracy in experimental processes.
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Data Visualization: Design and implement data visualization tools and dashboards to help scientists and researchers analyze and interpret complex data sets.
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Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Technology specialists and scientists, to understand their needs and deliver effective technology solutions.
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Testing & Documentation: Participate in the testing and validation of new systems and assist in creating technical documentation to support ongoing use and maintenance.
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The highly motivated individual we seek is a collaborative team player with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Amgen requires that all individuals applying for a grad internship or a co-op assignment at Amgen must meet the following criteria:
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18 years or older
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Currently enrolled in a full time Bachelor’s Degree program from an accredited college or university with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent
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Completion of one year of study from an accredited from an accredited college or university prior to the internship commencing
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Enrolled in a full time Bachelor’s degree program following the potential internship or co-op assignment with an accredited college or university
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Must not be employed at the time the internship starts
Preferred Qualifications
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Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
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Able to work for two consecutive four month terms
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Strong programming skills or coursework in languages such as Python, Java, Javascript, or C#.
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Familiarity with data pipeline tools (e.g., Apache Kafka, Apache Airflow) and data visualization frameworks (e.g., Streamlit, Dash) is a plus.
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Experience or coursework in automation, particularly related to laboratory instruments, is highly desirable.
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Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with non-technical stakeholders.
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Excellent organizational, record keeping and time management skills
Some of the vast rewards of working here
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Gain professional/scientific experience at the world’s largest biotechnology company while earning competitive pay/salary.
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Work alongside skilled business analysts, engineers and scientists and build a network of industry contacts that will endure and grow throughout your time with us and beyond.
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As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.
- Exposure to drug discovery research and development processes.
The salary for the position is $45K-$54K CAD.
for an internship that defies imagination
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
