Corcept is leading the way in the research and development of cortisol modulators, molecules that regulate cortisol activity at the glucocorticoid receptor (GR). To date, we have discovered more than 1,000 selective proprietary cortisol modulators.
In 2012, we received FDA approval of Korlym® (mifepristone), the first approved treatment for hypercortisolism (Cushing’s syndrome).
Today, our team and collaborators continue to unlock the possibilities of cortisol modulation as a way to treat serious diseases. With more than 30 ongoing studies across a wide range of disease areas, including endocrinology, oncology, metabolism, and neurology, we remain dedicated to advancing the possibilities of cortisol modulation.
What began as a ripple of scientific truth is now poised to unleash a sea change of discovery representing a fundamental shift in the way we understand and treat disease.
Come spend your summer working with passionate colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the fast-growing biotechs in the Bay Area.
Corcept is seeking an intern to support the Pipeline & Portfolio Market Planning team in activities related to evaluating the opportunity for new indications across our portfolio. We are looking for an intern with excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving, and communication skills, who can perform detailed work accurately and in a timely manner. The intern hired for this position can expect to learn various facets of the planning, development, and commercialization of pharmaceuticals with the goal of leaving the internship with invaluable skills and industry knowledge.
Responsibilities:
- Assess the market opportunity for one or more new disease areas
- Evaluate key commercial market dynamics, future competitive landscape, regulatory considerations and clinical development pathways
- Synthesize data into actionable insights from various sources including physician interviews, syndicated market research reports, scientific publication and internal expertise
- Build business case and forecast peak commercial opportunity in support of new portfolio opportunities
- Provide support to ongoing pipeline initiatives and strategic projects
- Deliver a department presentation at the end of the program
- Participate as a member of the 2026 intern team group project that includes a company-wide presentation
Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies:
- Analytic skills with aptitude to distill scientific, clinical, and commercial information into clear insights
- Scientific curiosity and familiarity with how pharmaceuticals are developed and commercialized
- Good communication skills; ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Must be able to complete at least 10 consecutive weeks between June and August and it is a full-time internship (40 hours per week)
- Must be able to work at our Redwood City office for the duration of the internship, no relocation available
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree with a scientific focus preferred. MBA in process preferred
- Prior experience in the drug/biotech industry preferred
The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this headquarters-based position is $26/hr - $32/hr; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on legitimate considerations, including geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and education.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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Corcept appreciates the commitment and hard work of all our team members as we strive to discover and develop novel treatments for patients with serious unmet medical needs.
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Corcept is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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What We Do
Leading the field in the discovery of drugs that modulate the effects of cortisol. The adverse effects of excess cortisol have been Corcept’s focus since the company’s inception. Abnormal levels and release of cortisol play a role in a variety of metabolic, oncological, and psychiatric diseases, and we are currently studying a new generation of compounds that may mitigate the effects of excess cortisol.
