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Kyowa Kirin, Inc.- U.S. · 8 hours ago

Part-Time Open Innovation Intern (Summer 2026)

La Jolla, CA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$21/hr - $23/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to delivering novel medicines. The Open Innovation Intern will support the department in scouting, evaluating, and executing external collaboration opportunities, gaining hands-on experience at the intersection of science and business.

Pharmaceuticals

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support the search and evaluation of external opportunities, including new technologies, assets, and partnership prospects in biotech and academia

Conduct scientific and business landscape analyses to identify trends, unmet needs, and potential collaborators

Participate in partnership meetings, assist in preparing meeting materials, and document outcomes and next steps

Evaluate external opportunities by integrating scientific merit, strategic fit, and business considerations

Perform database searches and maintain up-to-date records of potential opportunities and ongoing projects

Support integration of AI-based technologies and services into the Open Innovation processes

Develop and refine search and evaluation strategies in collaboration with the Open Innovation team

Prepare presentations and reports for internal stakeholders to facilitate decision-making

Assist with other related activities to support the department’s objectives

Qualification

Biomedical research experienceDrug development knowledgeAI/ML technologies familiarityMS Office proficiencyCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biology, biotechnology, or a related scientific field required

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and change course of action quickly

Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Strong work ethics are required. Detail oriented and excellent follow through

Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.0

Candidates must live within a commutable distance to La Jolla, CA and be able to work hybrid or onsite as needed

This position requires that candidates be able to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship

Preferred

Previous internship or project experience in biomedical research or drug development in cell/gene therapy or antibody immunotherapies or familiarity with related technologies preferred

Familiarity with concepts and applications of AI/ML-based technologies is preferred

Interns are preferred to be able to work from May 26th, 2026 to August 19th, 2026 but this is flexible based on students' availability