University Intern - Oncology Marketing

Boehringer Ingelheim; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Learning resources

Paid internship

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is offering a 12-month paid internship in the UK Oncology Marketing team, starting September 2027. The role is head office based in Winnersh and requires at least two days per week in the office, with hands-on support across planning, launch-readiness and cross-functional coordination.

You will work with colleagues across marketing, medical, market access, communications and customer experience, gaining exposure to insights, strategy and compliant communications while

Qualifications

• Current student in business, marketing, life sciences, pharmacy or related field, or equivalent placement year.
• Minimum three A levels at ABB or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support development and delivery of oncology marketing projects, including launch-readiness activities and campaign materials.
• Own defined workstreams such as trackers, market updates, meeting outputs and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external agencies to coordinate inputs, timelines and reviews.
• Use Microsoft 365, internal approvals and data sources to organize information and monitor progress.
• Contribute insights to help deliver compliant, high-quality work on time.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Analytical thinking

AI usage

Education

A-levels ABB

Relevant degree (business/marketing/life sciences/pharmacy)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

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., Join the UK Oncology Marketing team and gain hands-on experience supporting the planning and delivery of activities that help prepare for important oncology product launches. You will work with colleagues across marketing, medical, market access, communications and customer experience, as well as external agency partners. The internship will provide exposure to how insights, strategy and compliant communications are brought together to support healthcare professionals and patients. You will take ownership of defined projects, contribute ideas and help the team coordinate high-quality deliverables in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.,

• Support the development and delivery of oncology marketing projects, including launch-readiness activities, campaign materials and team communications.
• Take ownership of defined workstreams such as project trackers, competitor and market updates, meeting outputs and performance reporting.
• Work with cross-functional colleagues and external agencies to coordinate inputs, timelines, reviews and next steps.
• Use Microsoft 365 tools, internal approval systems and available data sources to organise information, create clear outputs and monitor progress.
• Contribute insight and ideas that help the team make informed decisions and deliver high-quality, compliant work on time.
• Participate in team meetings, training and development activities, presenting progress and lessons from assigned projects., 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.
  You will develop practical experience of pharmaceutical marketing and oncology launch planning, including how teams use customer and competitor insights to shape strategy. You will build project-management, communication and stakeholder-management skills by working across functions and with agency partners. You will also gain experience of producing clear, compliant materials and using digital tools, data and AI appropriately to support efficient, evidence-based decision-making.
• Currently studying for a business, marketing, life sciences, pharmacy or another relevant degree, or an equivalent qualification 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.
• An interest in healthcare, marketing or the pharmaceutical industry, with the ability to analyse information and present it clearly.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience from university projects, volunteering or employment involving marketing, healthcare, data analysis, communications or project coordination.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teams or other digital collaboration tools.

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.
  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