Co-op, Field Medical Excellence

Biogen, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Employee Resource Groups participation

80 hours of sick time per calendar año

Job summary

Biogen is seeking a motivated Co-Op student to join the North America Medical (NAM) team in Field Medical Capability and Operational Excellence for a 6-month January–June 2027 assignment in Cambridge, MA. The role focuses on onboarding, capability development, and cross-functional project support.

You will gain exposure to project management, governance, stakeholder engagement, and executive-level reporting while partnering with key colleagues to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Solid communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word); familiarity with Veeva CRM is a plus but not required.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Field Medical onboarding across all therapeutic areas, driving adoption and optimization through stakeholder engagement, feedback collection, and measurement of predefined success metrics and KPIs.
• Maintain and enhance core Field Medical resources, including the Medical Playbook, onboarding materials, governance documentation, operational guides, and capability-building tools.
• Support MSL skills and capability development initiatives by coordinating training programs, facilitating learning experiences, capturing learner feedback, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders, including IT, Commercial, Global Medical Training, Compliance, Medical Operations, and other key business functions to deliver strategic initiatives and organizational priorities.
• Develop presentations, meeting summaries, and leadership communications to support decision-making, project execution, and stakeholder alignment.
• Support Field Medical Capability and Operational Excellence initiatives through process improvement, change management, and the implementation of scalable best practices that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and governance activities by coordinating meetings, documenting decisions, and providing ongoing project communications.

Job description

About the Role

This application is for a 6-month student role from January - June 2027. Resume review begins in October 2026. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Co-Op student to join Biogen's North America Medical (NAM) team within Field Medical Capability and Operational Excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting strategic initiatives that enhance Field Medical effectiveness, accelerate onboarding and capability development, and drive operational excellence across therapeutic areas. The Co-Op will partner closely with the Associate Director, Field Medical Capability Lead, to support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Field Medical onboarding program, maintain key operational resources, contribute to MSL skills and capability development initiatives, and assist with cross-functional projects that support organizational priorities. The individual will also gain exposure to project management, change management, stakeholder engagement, performance measurement, and the development of executive-level communications and reporting. This position is ideal for students pursuing a BS, Master's, PharmD, or PhD who are interested in exploring careers in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, Medical Affairs, Field Medical Operations, learning and development, or operational excellence. The role provides valuable insight into how strategic initiatives are developed, implemented, and scaled to support Field Medical teams and improve organizational effectiveness.

What You’ll Do

• Support the implementation of Field Medical onboarding across all therapeutic areas, driving adoption and optimization through stakeholder engagement, feedback collection, and measurement of predefined success metrics and KPIs.
• Maintain and enhance core Field Medical resources, including the Medical Playbook, onboarding materials, governance documentation, operational guides, and capability-building tools.
• Support MSL skills and capability development initiatives by coordinating training programs, facilitating learning experiences, capturing learner feedback, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders, including IT, Commercial, Global Medical Training, Compliance, Medical Operations, and other key business functions to deliver strategic initiatives and organizational priorities.
• Develop presentations, meeting summaries, and leadership communications to support decision-making, project execution, and stakeholder alignment.
• Support Field Medical Capability and Operational Excellence initiatives through process improvement, change management, and the implementation of scalable best practices that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and governance activities by coordinating meetings, documenting decisions, and providing ongoing project communications.

Who You Are

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Solid communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word); familiarity with tools like Veeva CRM is a plus but not required.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Eligibility Criteria

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college, university or skills program/apprenticeship.
• Education Requirements Currently enrolled in a BS, Master’s, PharmD or PhD program in life sciences, pharmacy, public health, health administration, or related field.

Job Level: Internship

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $23.00-$33.00. The actual hourly wage offered will consider the candidate’s current academic level and degree candidacy, inclusive of Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, JD, MD, PhD and MBA programs. It will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements specific to the job location.

• Company paid holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Resource Groups participation
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.

Read on to learn more about Biogen.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

As Biogen recently acquired Apellis, you can find additional open jobs on our Apellis website here.

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.