Business Development MBA Intern

Kymera is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the field of targeted protein degradation (TPD) to develop medicines that address critical health problems and have the potential to dramatically improve patients’ lives. Kymera is deploying TPD to address disease targets and pathways inaccessible with conventional therapeutics. Having advanced the first degrader into the clinic for immunological diseases, Kymera is focused on building an industry-leading pipeline of oral small molecule degraders to provide a new generation of convenient, highly effective therapies for patients with these conditions. Founded in 2016, Kymera has been recognized as one of Boston’s top workplaces for the past several years. For more information about our science, pipeline and people, please visit www.kymeratx.com or follow us on X (formerly Twitter) or LinkedIn. 

• PIONEER: We are courageous, resilient and rigorous in our mission to improve patients’ lives through our revolutionary degrader medicines.
• COLLABORATE: We value trust + transparency from everyone. Our goals are shared, our decisions data-driven and our camaraderie genuine.
• BELONG: We recognize our differences, inviting curiosity and inclusivity, so that our people are valued, seen, and heard.

• Embed with the business development team on critical issues related to partnering strategy and transaction related workstreams.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends, unmet needs, and potential opportunities in therapeutic areas of strategic interest.
• Support target prioritization and evaluation, including high-level screening of potential partners, technologies, or assets.
• Assist in due diligence, including data gathering, synthesis, and creation of briefing materials for internal stakeholders.
• Prepare presentations and summaries for business development discussions, internal strategy forums, and leadership reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Research, Clinical, Legal, Finance) to support elements of strategic analysis and partnership assessment.
• Contribute to special projects that may include financial modeling, valuation support, and development of strategic recommendations.

• Biopharmaceutical industry landscape and strategic partnering processes.
• Frameworks for evaluating therapeutic opportunities and business models.
• Real-world exposure to strategic decision-making and cross-functional leadership.
• Enhanced analytical and communication skills through project work and mentorship.

• Currently enrolled in a top MBA program (rising 2nd-year) with a strong academic record
• Demonstrated interest in biotech, and life sciences
• Prior experience in life sciences consulting, investment banking, or business development
• Exceptional analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize complex information clearly
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to be onsite in Watertown, Ma June - August 2026 (start/end dates are flexible)                                                                                                                                                                             

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kymera Therapeutics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sex, marital status, gender expression or identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

Compensation

• The anticipated pay rate range for this role is $45-55/hour.
• Actual salary is based on a holistic evaluation of the specific role/level as well as each candidate’s depth of experience and the capabilities they bring to the position.