About the role#
The Medical Affairs Intern supports a broad range of activities within the Canadian Medical Affairs function. This 12-month position begins in January 2027 and offers exposure to scientific strategy, evidence generation, and field medical activities. You will work alongside the Medical team to support scientific exchange and operational excellence while gaining hands-on experience in the life sciences industry.
What you'll do#
- Coordinate project timelines, track action items, and maintain project documentation.
- Conduct literature searches and summarize clinical data, scientific publications, and medical insights.
- Develop and review presentations, medical education materials, and internal resources.
- Assist with the planning and execution of medical congresses, advisory boards, and educational events.
- Track contract and stakeholder engagement to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Support evidence-generation activities through data organization and the preparation of summary reports.
- Update SharePoint pages and team resources to improve knowledge sharing.
- Build dashboards and reports using digital tools to communicate Medical Affairs insights.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Commercial, Market Access, and Regulatory teams.
- Use digital and AI-enabled tools to streamline workflows and improve productivity.
- Ensure all work complies with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, or a related discipline.
- A strong interest in biotechnology, medical affairs, clinical research, and scientific communications.
- Fluency in English, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and SharePoint.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific information clearly.
- Experience with data visualization or AI applications is an asset.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within diverse teams.
- A proactive, detail-oriented approach to managing multiple priorities.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Term: 12 months, starting January 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship
About Biogen
Biogen is a biotechnology company that develops medicines for patients. It was founded in 1978. The company operates from its headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It maintains manufacturing facilities in North Carolina and Switzerland. Biogen employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people and distributes therapies to over 80 countries.
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