At Cytokinetics, we always think about the future – the future of science, the future of medicines, and most importantly, the future of patients. That’s why we invest in rising stars that have the potential to shape the future of the biotech industry. Our internship program gives undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with experts across the company to gain real-world experience and contribute to our promise of improving patients’ lives.
Empowering the Next Generation of Biotech Professionals
Intern Insights
The Cytokinetics Culture
Learning & Growth
Networking & Mentorship
Our Internship Experience
When interns join Cytokinetics, they don’t sit back and observe. They jump in and contribute. From supporting projects that have a direct impact on patients to giving back to local communities, they experience the collaborative, inclusive and energetic environment that fuels our work every day.
Networking & Mentorship
Gain invaluable industry perspectives during lunch with our CEO and build meaningful relationships with professionals across the company who are invested in guiding our interns.
Professional Development
Learn about each step of the drug discovery, development, and approval process during talks with biotech experts and build your professional skills through projects and presentations.
Team Building
Connect with your peers through fun activities outside the office, like hiking, social hours, city tours and a boat cruise around the Bay.
Giving Back
Support local communities by volunteering at under-resourced elementary schools to encourage STEM learning through science experiments and other activities.
Ready to Join Our Team?
Visit our Job Opportunities page where internships will be posted between November and February. Departments offering internships include:
- Biology Technologies
- Clinical Biometrics
- Clinical Operations
- Corporate Affairs
- Discovery Biology
- DMPK
- GSCTO
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Pharmacology
- Regulatory Affairs
- Translational Biology