Intern, Financial Planning & Analysis

Location:  San Rafael, California Category: Finance Employment Category: Fulltime-Temporary

Hiring Manager: Rebecca Hayes ([email protected])

Description

Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Corporate Groups

It takes a village, and at BioMarin our corporate groups are the people behind our success. Groups such as IT, Finance, Legal, Global Compliance & Ethics, and our People Team provide foundational support of all areas of operation at BioMarin. 
 
SUMMARY: 
The BioMarin Summer Internship Program will enable students to gain valuable experience and knowledge of the processes and systems within BioMarin, while gaining an insight into the pharmaceutical/biotech industry. Over the course of 10 - 12 weeks our interns gain industry experience while working alongside our talented team on meaningful projects. 
 
 
JOB DESCRIPTION/PROJECT: 
The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team is responsible for the consolidation, reporting, and analysis of the company’s budget and forecasts.  In addition, the team is responsible for the financial execution of monthly results, in partnership with the functional teams.  As part of an Intern of the broader FP&A organization, the intern will be involved in variety of projects including:  
  • Assist with monthly and quarterly financial reporting and variance analysis
  • Support ad-hoc strategic projects and analytics
  • Help the team drive process improvement, including automation projects
  • Participate in one developmental project and present findings to VP FP&A
 
Required Skills: 
  • Energetic, organized and highly skilled with today's systems, applications, and platforms (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.)
  • Independent worker and self-starter that enjoys problem solving and takes pride and accountability in their work product
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to manage various tasks, priorities, and timelines and able to adapt quickly to changing circumstances
 
 
Desired Skills: 
  • Complex Excel modeling skills
  • PowerPoint visualization skills
 
 
Qualifications/Eligibility: 
  • Student pursing an undergraduate degree in Finance or Accounting. An interest in the life sciences and biopharma industry is a plus
  • Must be available to work full time, 40 hours a week. 
  • Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program. 
  • Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles.
 
Benefits of a BioMarin Internship: 
  • Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time
  • Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
  • Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
  • Develop skills specific to your major.
  • Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
  • Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches
  • Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks
  • Access to Employee Resource Groups
 
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
 
In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $21 to $25 per hour, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.