University Intern - Medical Affairs Inflammation

Boehringer Ingelheim; Bracknell; Sur place; GBP 23 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Boehringer Ingelheim is offering a paid Medical Affairs Intern placement in the Inflammation team, focusing on respiratory and autoimmune diseases. Starting September 2027, you will join a large cohort with a structured plan and mentorship, delivering medical communications and supporting activities across departments.

This head office-based role at Winnersh requires a minimum of two days on site weekly, with meaningful work from day one and access to development opportunities, including

Qualifications

• Currently studying for a Life Science, Pharmacy, Medicine degree and completing a placement year as part of the course.
• A minimum of three A levels at grades ABB, or equivalent, including at least one science subject.
• Interest in clinical science, medicines development and communicating scientific evidence accurately.
• Right to work in the UK for the full duration of the internship.

Responsabilités

• Review and summarise clinical and scientific evidence for clear communication to audiences.
• Support medical activities planning, including boards, education meetings and congress activities.
• Contribute to evidence-generation and clinical research activity support.
• Collaborate with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development and other functions on shared projects.
• Prepare accurate medical materials and updates, managing materials in Veeva vault.

Connaissances

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Adaptive learning

Formation

Life Science degree (in progress)

Outils

Microsoft Office

Veeva Vault

Description du poste

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

Why choose Boehringer Ingelheim for your placement year?

Boehringer Ingelheim is a global, research-driven pharmaceutical company with a clear purpose: transforming lives for generations through breakthrough therapies. As a Medical Affairs Intern in our Inflammation team working in the area of respiratory and autoimmune diseases, you will help turn scientific evidence into accurate, balanced and useful medical communications and activities that support better decisions for patients.

Joining in September 2027, you will be part of a sizeable cohort of talented students from across the business. From day one, you will have meaningful work, a structured placement plan and support from your team, manager and HR, alongside development opportunities including workshops, networking, career insights, company-wide tours and access to Boehringer University.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Review and summarise clinical and scientific evidence, helping the team communicate complex information clearly and accurately for professional and non-specialist audiences.
• Support the planning and delivery of medical activities, including advisory boards, medical education meetings, congress activities and scientific communication projects.
• Contribute to evidence-generation and clinical research activities by providing support for clinical trial activities.
• Work with colleagues across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Market Access, Marketing, Regulatory Affairs and other functions to support shared projects and understand how medicines are developed and used in practice.
• Help prepare accurate, balanced and compliant medical materials, presentations, meeting notes and internal updates, managing materials in the Veeva vault environment.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

You will develop a practical understanding of Medical Affairs and its role across the medicine lifecycle, from scientific evidence generation and clinical research to medical education and patient access. You will strengthen your ability to critically appraise data, communicate science for different audiences and coordinate projects in a regulated pharmaceutical environment. You will also gain broad cross-functional exposure, build professional relationships and explore career paths across the life sciences industry.

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 a Life Science, Pharmacy, Medicine or a closely related discipline and completing a placement year as part of the course.
• A minimum of three A levels at grades ABB, or equivalent, including at least one science subject.
• An interest in clinical science, medicines development and communicating scientific evidence accurately.
• 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

• Experience of literature searching, critical appraisal, scientific writing, presenting or analysing data through university study, employment or extracurricular projects.
• Awareness of the medicine-development process, clinical trials, the NHS or the role of Medical Affairs in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience of coordinating a project or working with others to deliver an agreed outcome.

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

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com