University Intern - Pet Marketing

Boehringer Ingelheim; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim UK is offering a 12-month paid internship for September 2027 within the Animal Health UK & Ireland marketing team. The role is head office based in Winnersh and requires a minimum of two days per week in the office.

Work on digital marketing activities, map customer journeys, engage with influencers, and support planning and delivery of campaigns across retail and veterinary channels. You'll gain hands-on experience in a regulated, customer-focused industry and build skills

Qualifications

• Currently studying a digital marketing or marketing degree with a placement year.
• Three A levels at grades ABB or equivalent.
• Right to work in the UK for the full duration of the internship.
• Ability to travel to the usual place of work and to other sites.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organise work and meet deadlines.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and willing to learn new tools.

Responsibilities

• Map and evaluate customer journeys across retail and veterinary channels.
• Review our digital ecosystem and market landscape to recommend improvements.
• Support planning, creation and delivery of digital marketing activity.
• Help develop relationships with digital creators and social media influencers.
• Track and communicate digital performance using analytics and reporting tools.

Skills

Digital marketing

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Learning mindset

Education

Digital marketing degree with placement year

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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

Join the Animal Health UK & Ireland marketing team for a 12-month internship focused on building practical digital marketing skills. You will work on some of Boehringer Ingelheim’s leading pet health brands and help us understand how customers engage with us across retail and veterinary channels. By exploring our digital ecosystem, mapping customer journeys and identifying opportunities to improve the experience, you will contribute to marketing that is more connected, relevant and effective. You will also help us strengthen relationships with digital and social media influencers, supporting trusted brand engagement with pet owners and veterinary professionals.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Map and evaluate customer journeys across retail and veterinary channels, identifying opportunities to make digital experiences simpler and more engaging.
• Review our digital ecosystem and wider market landscape, using customer, channel and campaign insights to recommend improvements.
• Support the planning, creation and delivery of digital marketing activity for leading pet health brands, working with brand, sales, veterinary and agency colleagues.
• Help develop relationships with relevant digital creators and social media influencers, from research and outreach through to content coordination and performance review.
• Track and communicate digital performance using appropriate analytics, social listening and reporting tools, turning findings into clear, practical recommendations.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

You will gain hands‑on experience of digital marketing in a regulated, customer‑focused industry, developing skills in customer journey mapping, campaign delivery, content planning and performance measurement. You will learn how retail and veterinary audiences interact with a portfolio of leading pet health brands and how insight can improve their experience. You will also build practical experience of influencer engagement and cross‑functional collaboration, while strengthening your analytical thinking, communication, project management and presentation skills.

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 digital marketing or marketing degree 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.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to organise work, maintain accurate records and meet deadlines
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and willing to learn new systems and digital tools

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• An interest in digital marketing, social media, e‑commerce or customer experience, demonstrated through university projects, societies, volunteering, part‑time work or personal projects.
• Some familiarity with digital analytics, content creation, social listening or website platforms, together with an interest in pet health and the retail or veterinary customer journey; prior commercial experience is not required.

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