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Our purpose is bold and so is our approach. Becoming a more agile and innovative company means building a dynamic, inspiring culture where we celebrate entrepreneurial thinking and act with a sense of urgency! We are courageous, taking risks and learning from both success and failure. We are curious, creative, and open to new ideas and ways of working. Above all, we are passionate about science and driven to always put patients first. When you join us, you will be part of a great place to work; in an environment that energizes and empowers each of us to achieve our goal to develop and deliver medicines.
What can we offer you?
A 6 week summer internship position within our Sustainability Corporate Affairs and Global Partnerships teams, within the Global Corporate Affairs function. This position would be based in Cambridge, UK, with an opportunity for hybrid working (min. 3 days in the office, up to 2 days working from home).
During the internship, you will have the opportunity to work with a cross-functional team on topics related to policy, communications and strategic planning. You will also gain a useful insight into the strategic role played by corporate affairs within the organisation.
Tasks and responsibilities may include
- Project management support for AstraZeneca’s engagements at public policy platforms and global fora, e.g. World Economic Forum, G20
- Desk research on topics including sustainability and healthcare policy
- Creation of presentations for key internal stakeholders
- Briefing notes on upcoming internal and external engagements
Essential candidate requirements
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good team working skills
- Interest in policy, communications, stakeholder relations and/or strategy
- High organisation skills and confidence to work independently
- Ability to apply a rational approach to problem solving; making judgements based on sound reasoning, approaching problems in a logical manner
- The ability to learn
- Self-motivation
- Enthusiasm
- Professionalism
- Excellent PowerPoint and MS office skills
How to apply
Applications will be open until 23 April. The placements will take place over 6 weeks, from 19 June 2023 [Open to flexibility around start date]. A salary will be paid.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete your application on our website at your earliest convenience.
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
