2027 Summer Internship Opportunities – Join Our Talent Community

Location: United States

About Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world. Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA-approved treatments for Parkinson’s disease psychosis and Rett syndrome. We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid- to late-stage programs in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier-stage programs that address other underserved patient needs. At Acadia, we’re here to be their difference.

2027 Summer Internship Program – Join Our Talent Community

Interested in gaining hands-on experience and exploring career opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry? Join Acadia Pharmaceuticals' 2027 Summer Internship Talent Community to stay connected and receive updates when applications open for our Summer 2027 Internship Program!

About Our Summer Internship Program

At Acadia Pharmaceuticals, our Summer Internship Program provides students with meaningful, hands-on experience in a collaborative and innovative environment. Interns have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, gain exposure to the pharmaceutical industry, develop professional skills, and collaborate with experienced professionals across various business functions.

To learn more about our program, visit our Summer Internship Program | Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Internship Eligibility

Eligibility requirements may vary depending on the specific internship opportunity and its educational and technical requirements.

Undergraduate Students

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program.

Typically entering their junior or senior year following the Summer 2027 Internship Program.

Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2029.

Graduate Students (Master's or PhD)

Certain internship opportunities may be available to students pursuing a Master's or PhD degree.

Advanced degree requirements will apply only to positions requiring specialized academic, technical, or research knowledge.

Additional eligibility requirements will be outlined in individual internship postings.

Stay Connected!

Please note: This is not an application for a specific internship position.

By submitting your information through this form, you will join Acadia's Summer 2027 Internship Talent Community and receive updates when internship applications become available.

Additional details regarding internship opportunities, participating departments, program dates, and application timelines will be shared as they become available.

We look forward to connecting with you and sharing more about our 2027 Summer Internship Program!

What we offer US-based Employees

Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage

401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in

15+ vacation days

13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st

10 days of paid sick time

Paid parental leave benefit

Tuition assistance

EEO Statement (US-based Employees): Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in the exact way they are described in job postings. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company, and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way. We strongly encourage you to apply, especially if the reason you are the best candidate isn’t exactly what we describe here.

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Please note that reasonable accommodations granted throughout the recruiting process are not guaranteed to be the same accommodations given if hired. A new request will need to be submitted for any ADA accommodations after starting employment.

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