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Ardelyx Summer Intern

CompanyArdelyx
LocationWaltham
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will assist in specific tasks relevant to their functional department and conduct research for projects and reports. They will collaborate with team members and support day-to-day operations as needed.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
474
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Ardelyx was founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative, first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. Ardelyx has two commercial products approved in the United States, IBSRELA® (tenapanor) and XPHOZAH® (tenapanor) as well as early-stage pipeline candidates. The company is developing RDX10531, a next-generation NHE3 inhibitor with potential application across multiple therapeutic areas. Ardelyx has agreements for the development and commercialization of tenapanor outside of the U.S. Kyowa Kirin commercializes PHOZEVEL® (tenapanor) for hyperphosphatemia in Japan. A New Drug Application for tenapanor for hyperphosphatemia has been approved in China with Fosun Pharma. Knight Therapeutics commercializes IBSRELA in Canada. Community Guidelines: https://rb.gy/07ltg3
About the Role
Ardelyx is a publicly traded commercial biopharmaceutical company founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. Ardelyx has two commercial products approved in the United States, IBSRELA® (tenapanor) and XPHOZAH® (tenapanor). Ardelyx has agreements for the development and commercialization of tenapanor outside of the U.S. Kyowa Kirin commercializes PHOZEVEL® (tenapanor) for hyperphosphatemia in Japan. A New Drug Application for tenapanor for hyperphosphatemia has been approved in China with Fosun Pharma. Knight Therapeutics commercializes IBSRELA in Canada.
 
Job Summary:
 
This internship provides valuable hands-on experience and an opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a real-world setting.
 
Location: Waltham, MA or Fremont, CA
 
Duration:  10-12 weeks
 
Essential Functions:
  • Assist in specific tasks relevant to the functional department.
  • Conduct research and compile data for projects, reports, etc.
  • Collaborate with team members on assigned projects or initiatives.
  • Attend and actively participate in team meetings.
  • Learn and apply industry-specific knowledge and skills.
  • Support day-to-day operations as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
  • Students that are close to graduation within 1-2 years
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well in a team and independently.
  • Eagerness to learn and contribute to the team's success.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, as well as strong organizational skills and ability to understand technical processes and requirements.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite products
  • Ability to independently manage timelines in a project team environment.
Work Environment: 
  • Location ideally in or close to Fremont, CA or Waltham, MA.
The hourly rate for this Internship position is $25phr.  Ardelyx utilizes industry data to ensure that our compensation is competitive and aligned with our industry peers. 
Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer. 
Key Skills
Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeamworkIndependenceEagerness to LearnOrganizational SkillsTechnical UnderstandingMicrosoft Suite Proficiency
Categories
HealthcareScience & Research