54gene was founded in 2019 by Dr. Abasi Ene-Obong to address the significant gap in the global genomics market: Nearly 90% of genetic material used in pharmaceutical research is caucasian. Only 2% is African, despite the fact that Africans and people of African ancestry are more genetically diverse than all other world populations combined.
MBA Summer Intern - Strategy, Growth and Operations
We are looking to hire Summer Interns across Strategy, Growth, Expansion and Operations. This will be full time 10-12 weeks internship from May/June to August/September. Our idea candidate is a first year MBA student who is passionate about healthcare innovation and improving access to healthcare outcomes for all.
S/he combines sounds scientific knowledge with business acumen and analytical skill to support strategy, growth and expansion opportunities that will create long term values to the company.
Requirements
First - year MBA student excited to work at an award winning early - stage startup
Experience or interested in healthcare, medicine, digital health / or the biopharma industry Prior strategy and growth experience gained from Management Consulting or an internal strategy role
Interest in improving healthcare and social innovation in developing nations.
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills and proven ability to communicate with diverse audience, internally and externally.
Capable of managing projects and deadlines with autonomy.
Ability to thrive in complex, cross functional and science - driven environment.
Cross - cultural competency, ability to work with a diverse, global team.
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