About the role#
The Corporate Affairs Development Program Intern will work with teams across corporate marketing, communications, public affairs, corporate responsibility, and philanthropy. You will gain experience in a pharmaceutical setting by supporting initiatives that connect the company with the people and communities it serves.
What you'll do#
- Support project teams in planning and executing Corporate Affairs initiatives.
- Conduct research to support communications, stakeholder engagement, and business priorities.
- Develop presentations, reports, and content for internal and external audiences.
- Analyze information to summarize insights, trends, and recommendations for team members and leaders.
- Collaborate with colleagues across various functions on cross-functional projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in public relations, communications, integrated marketing, journalism, or a related field.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Enrollment in university for at least one semester following the internship.
- Basic to intermediate experience with Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Demonstrated leadership skills through extracurricular activities, projects, or previous internships.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher is preferred.
Location & details#
- This internship is based in North Chicago, Illinois.
- The position is on-site and full-time for the Summer 2027 term.
- This is a paid internship that includes select wellness benefits and paid holiday or sick time.
- Relocation support is available for eligible students.
About AbbVie
AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company based in North Chicago, Illinois. It researches and manufactures medicines across several therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics. The organization operates as a public company with over 59,000 employees. It maintains a presence in various international locations such as Canada, South Korea, Japan, and Costa Rica.
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