JOB DESCRIPTION:
At Abbott, we’re all about helping people live their best lives through better health with our life-changing technologies and products. Whether it’s an ordinary headache or a more serious illness, we want people to get better fast, so they can go back to doing the things they love. In our Medicines business, that means being the company that transforms the way people in emerging countries use medicines to help more people get and stay healthy. We do this through differentiated products and services, with reliable quality and supply which people can trust to live not just longer, but better. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, our Medicines business delivers trusted established pharmaceutical brands to 18 million people across 95 countries, focusing on emerging markets.
ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
In its third consecutive year, the Advanced Studies Internship Program is designed for high-potential MA, MBA, and PhD students who thrive in fast-paced environments and bring an innovative mindset. This program is ideal for individuals with the ambition to build a dynamic career in the healthcare industry and have an impact on emerging markets. Participants gain hands-on experience through carefully structured project assignments, guided by mentorship from Abbott’s leadership team, providing real-world exposure and strategic insights into our business.
Designed to complement students’ schedule and discipline, providing the experience needed for a successful career shift, we offer advanced assignments that focus on marketing, strategy, finance, commercial execution or operations.
Projects are designed to empower participants to develop innovative solutions to real business needs. Each assignment delivers meaningful impact while providing deep exposure to the healthcare industry and Abbott’s Medicines business.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
- Duration: 6 months – typically March - August
- Location: Basel, Switzerland
- Includes onboarding, networking events, and a final presentation to senior leaders
- Access to leadership, mentors, networking opportunities and career advisory
- Virtual offerings and career development sessions
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently enrolled in an MBA, MA, or PhD program
- Driven by an innovative mindset; motivated by fast-paced, collaborative work environments
- Demonstrated work experience in healthcare, marketing, sales, finance, project management, strategy or operations
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Demonstrated interest in building a career healthcare
- Global mindset and proven track record
- Geographic flexibility within Switzerland to be present in Basel
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The base pay for this position is
N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Administrative Support
DIVISION:CHR Corporate Human Resources
LOCATION:Switzerland > Allschwil : H-127
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:Standard
TRAVEL:No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Not Applicable
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in an MBA, MA, or PhD program
- Demonstrated work experience in healthcare, marketing, sales, finance, project management, strategy or operations
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Global mindset and proven track record
Abbott Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Abbott and has not been reviewed or approved by Abbott.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is frequently characterized as comprehensive and a standout element of the package, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, wellness resources, and care coordination highlighted. Feedback suggests these offerings materially enhance total compensation beyond base pay.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature strong 401(k)-style contributions and the Freedom 2 Save option that builds savings while employees pay down student loans. Feedback suggests these components are a core value driver of the overall package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off provisions are portrayed as generous, encompassing vacation, holidays, and paid parental leave. Feedback suggests this breadth meaningfully boosts perceived total rewards.
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What We Do
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
