About the Role
AbbVie is seeking an intern to join their Government Affairs Team in Berlin starting October 2026. This role offers the opportunity to shape the political communication of an innovative biopharmaceutical company and gain insights into the daily operations of the pharmaceutical industry. You will support the team in various tasks within the German health policy environment, with the chance to accompany and shape political processes. You will work in a small, dedicated team with numerous interfaces to other company divisions.
Responsibilities
- Independent execution of research in the healthcare system and health policy
- Preparation of health policy topics and political analyses of AbbVie-relevant issues
- Creation of PowerPoint presentations, position papers, and briefing documents
- Support in communication with internal and external stakeholders
- Support in planning and executing events
- Support in office organization and administration
Requirements
- Valid enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program for the entire duration of the internship, e.g., in Political Science, Sociology, Communication Studies, Business Administration, Health Economics, or a comparable discipline
- Understanding and knowledge of the German healthcare system and German politics
- Excellent communication skills, commitment, and creativity
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially PowerPoint
- Very good written and spoken German and English skills
Skills
- PowerPoint
- Microsoft Office
Location
- Berlin
Work Type
- Internship
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Intern
Education Level
- Bachelor's program
- Master's program
Salary/Compensations
- Attractive remuneration
Benefits
- Close integration into the team
- Excellent networking opportunities within and beyond the company
- Opportunity to work independently on projects and think outside the box
- Dynamic work environment with development opportunities
- Exceptional corporate culture
About the Company
- AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow.
- We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
- For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com.
- Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Equal Opportunity
- AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.
- Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
- US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
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