Internship - Engineering

Abbott; Ireland; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is offering an Undergraduate Engineering Internship Programme across Abbott Ireland sites in Cavan, Longford, and Donegal. Four opportunities remain for enthusiastic students to gain hands-on experience in world-class manufacturing and engineering environments.

You’ll work on real projects with cross-functional teams, develop technical and project-management skills, and explore future opportunities through Abbott's Graduate Programmes and PDPs.

Qualifications

• Be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Facilities Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Computer Science.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience by supporting projects across Abbott's manufacturing and healthcare operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to contribute to real business projects.
• Develop technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills in a global healthcare environment.
• Build professional networks across Abbott's Ireland sites and programmes.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Abbott Undergraduate Engineering Internship Programme

4 Remaining Engineering Internship Opportunities Available

Unlock Your Potential at Abbott

Are you looking to apply your engineering knowledge, gain hands-on industry experience, and work on projects that make a real difference? Abbott's Undergraduate Engineering Internship Programme offers students the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals while contributing to innovative healthcare technologies that help people live healthier lives.

We currently have four remaining Engineering Internship opportunities available across the following Abbott Ireland sites:

Abbott Nutrition, Cavan

Abbott Diagnostics, Longford

Abbott Diabetes Care, Donegal

As an Abbott Engineering Intern, you'll gain practical experience in a global healthcare organisation, develop highly sought-after technical skills, and build valuable professional networks while working in world-class manufacturing and engineering environments.

Many of our interns go on to secure Graduate opportunities, Professional Development Programme (PDP) positions, and long-term careers across Abbott's operations in Ireland and globally.

What You Can Expect

As an Engineering Intern at Abbott, you will gain hands-on experience while supporting projects that drive innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across our manufacturing and healthcare operations.

Depending on the site and assignment, you may gain exposure to:

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Process Engineering
• Project Engineering
• Facilities Engineering
• Automation Engineering
• Maintenance Engineering
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives

You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to real business projects, and develop practical skills that complement your academic studies.

What's in it for You?

• Apply your academic learning in a real-world engineering environment.
• Gain valuable hands-on experience with a global healthcare leader.
• Work on meaningful projects that improve products and processes impacting millions of people worldwide.
• Learn from experienced engineers and industry professionals.
• Develop technical, analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Build your professional network across Abbott's Ireland operations.
• Gain exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and healthcare innovation.
• Benefit from a structured internship experience aligned to your academic programme.
• Explore future opportunities through Abbott's Graduate Programmes and Professional Development Programmes.

Placement length will align with academic programme requirements and business needs.

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader developing life-changing technologies that help people live healthier lives. With more than 122,000 colleagues serving people in over 160 countries, Abbott delivers innovative solutions across diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines.

In Ireland, Abbott employs more than 6,200 people across ten sites, providing engineering students with the opportunity to gain experience in world-class manufacturing and technology environments while providing healthcare innovation.

Employment offers are subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening.

Why Choose Abbott?

At Abbott, you’ll gain practical engineering experience while working on projects that create real impact. You'll:

• Contribute to technologies and manufacturing processes that improve lives.
• Learn from experienced engineering and operations professionals.
• Build valuable technical and professional skills.
• Develop your understanding of highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Expand your professional network across Abbott's Ireland operations.
• Explore future career opportunities within Abbott.

Our internship programme provides real-world experience, broad exposure, and a strong foundation for future engineering careers.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for ambitious students who are eager to apply their engineering knowledge in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Successful candidates will:

• Be available for a placement aligned to their academic programme requirements.
• Be pursuing a degree in: Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Automation Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Facilities Engineering Industrial Engineering or Computer Science
• Be on track to achieve, or have achieved, a minimum 2.1 degree classification.
• Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and analytical skills.
• Show initiative, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
• Have a passion for engineering, innovation, and healthcare.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment and take ownership of their work.

Closing Date: 20 November 2026

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and interviews may take place before the closing date.

With only four Engineering Internship opportunities remaining, we encou