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About the Experience:

You will have the opportunity to support Corporate and Product Public Relations and Social Media

About Amgen Canada - www.amgen.ca

Amgen Canada, one of several research facilities operated by Amgen Inc., specializes in the discovery and development of human therapeutic antibodies. Amgen is headquartered in the United States and has more than 19,000 staff members worldwide. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen was one of the first companies to realize the new science’s promise by bringing novel medicines from lab, to manufacturing plant, to patient. Amgen therapeutics has changed the practice of medicine, helping millions of people around the world in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and other serious illnesses. With a deep and broad pipeline of potential new medicines, Amgen remains committed to advancing science to dramatically improve people’s lives.

The co-op will work as part of the Corporate Affairs Group. The responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Edit and develop digital content regarding corporate initiatives
• Report on results and outcomes of media and digital campaigns
• Liaise with grass roots community organizations to enhance relationship and seek out opportunities for online and media profile based on company involvement
• Develop digital disease awareness content
• Oversee events and media campaigns designed to enhance company profile and reputation with key stakeholders

Basic Qualifications

Amgen requires that all individuals applying for a grad internship or a co-op assignment at Amgen must meet the following criteria: 

18 years or older

Graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent

Completion of Postgraduate Certification Program by August 2021 from an accredited Canadian institution

Must not be employed at the time the internship starts

Preferred Qualifications

Degree concentration(s) in Public Relations

Strong computer skills with the Microsoft Office suite software including Outlook

Strong capabilities with social media platforms

Strong team player and able to build productive internal/external relationships

Flexible and adaptable and willing to participate in a variety of projects

Self-motivator to achieve results with attention to detail

Excel at written and oral communication

All candidates will be subject to the verification of current college enrollment as well as a Canadian criminal records check prior to employment. 

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

Only candidates who apply via https://careers.amgen.com/ will be considered. Please search for keyword 126327.