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University Intern - Sales & Marketing Inflammation Franchise

Number of opportunities: 1  
Salary: £26,000 (Not flexible)  
Closing date: 26/10/2026

 

This is a 12-month paid internship starting September 2027. The role is head office based requiring a minimum of 2 days a week to be worked from our office in Winnersh. 

INTRODUCING THE OPPORTUNITY 

The Inflammation Franchise works to improve outcomes for people living with serious inflammatory diseases by bringing together marketing, sales and cross-functional expertise. This 12-month internship offers a balanced introduction to two core parts of a pharmaceutical business. You will spend time learning how patient, customer and market insights are translated into clear marketing plans and campaigns, while also supporting the day-to-day operation of a national field team. Working with the Marketing team, Head of Sales and field colleagues, you will contribute to live projects, build practical commercial skills and see how responsible, compliant collaboration helps healthcare professionals support appropriate patient care.  

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Support the planning, development and delivery of customer-focused marketing campaigns, from initial insight and briefing through to implementation and review. 

  • Own defined workstreams within the annual brand and sales plans, such as coordinating campaign materials, preparing team communications, tracking milestones and summarising results. 

  • Work closely with Marketing colleagues, the Head of Sales, field-based teams and cross-functional partners such as Medical, Market Access, Finance, Compliance and external agencies. 

  • Use Microsoft 365 tools, approved business systems, customer and market insights, dashboards and established review processes to organise work, analyse information and support high-quality execution. 

  • Help the team deliver well-organised, compliant activities on time, improve visibility of field operations and generate practical insights that can strengthen future campaigns and customer engagement. 

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

You will gain a practical understanding of how pharmaceutical marketing plans are built, approved, delivered and evaluated, including how teams use customer and market insights to shape campaigns. You will also learn how a field sales team operates, including planning cycles, communications, performance reporting and customer-facing activity, with opportunities to accompany colleagues on appropriate customer visits. Across both areas, you will develop project management, stakeholder engagement, presentation, data interpretation and problem-solving skills, while learning how commercial teams work responsibly within the UK pharmaceutical environment.  

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM A BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM INTERNSHIP

  • Meaningful work and real responsibilities from the start, with opportunities to contribute to projects that matter. 

  • Joining with a large cohort of exceptional students, you will receive a clear placement plan setting out key projects, milestones and your learning goals for the year. 

  • Support from your manager, your team and HR, with regular feedback and development conversations. 

  • Learning opportunities beyond the role, including workshops, networking, career insights and exposure to different parts of the business. 

  • Access to coaching, mentoring and online learning resources, including  Boehringer’s virtual University. 

  • The opportunity to build professional confidence, workplace skills and a network across the organisation. 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Currently studying for a degree in business, marketing, management, life sciences, pharmacy, biomedical sciences, health sciences, economics, data/analytics or another relevant subject, and completing a placement year as part of the course. 

  • A minimum of three A levels at grades ABB, or equivalent.  

  • The right to work in the UK for the full duration of the internship. 

  • The ability to travel independently to the usual place of work and, where required, to other sites. 

 DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

  • An interest in healthcare, life sciences, marketing, sales, customer engagement or the pharmaceutical industry. Prior work experience is helpful but not required. 

  • Experience gained through university projects, societies, volunteering or part-time work that demonstrates teamwork, organisation, analysis, creativity or communication. 

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

  • Communicates clearly and professionally in writing and conversation. 

  • Works collaboratively, builds positive relationships and contributes own ideas proactively. 

  • Organises tasks, manages time and meets agreed deadlines. 

  • Takes ownership of learning, asks questions and responds positively to feedback. 

  • Adapts to changing priorities and approaches work with curiosity and initiative. 

  • Uses AI appropriately to deliver work. Confident with Microsoft Office and is willing to learn new systems and technology. 

  • Acts professionally and follows relevant policies, procedures, legal obligations and health, safety and environmental requirements. 

WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK  

Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK. Being certified as a Top Employer confirms our dedication to a better world of work, delivered through excellent HR policies and people practices. To learn more visit: https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work 

 

 

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