About the role#
This internship provides hands-on professional experience within the Abbott Nutrition division. The program helps you develop the skills needed to become a future field sales representative. You will work on projects that support our nutrition business while gaining insight into how we connect with healthcare professionals.
What you'll do#
- Engage directly with healthcare professionals in sales interactions.
- Complete project work that is implemented across the Abbott Nutrition division.
- Participate in structured training covering sales, business development, and nutrition.
- Receive one-on-one mentorship from experienced team members.
What you'll need#
- You must have completed at least three years of college education before the internship begins.
- You must be enrolled in school for the semester following the internship.
- We prefer students pursuing a bachelor's degree in sales, marketing, or nutrition.
- A strong academic record with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly through oral and written channels.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time, 12-week internship located on-site in Columbus, Ohio, for Summer 2027.
- We do not provide sponsorship for this role.
About Abbott
Abbott operates in the healthcare sector with a focus on diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines. The company maintains a global presence with employees serving in over 160 countries. It is a public company based in Abbott Park, Illinois. The organization employs more than 150,000 people.
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