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Our internships are ideal for current students and recent graduates in the sciences seeking to gain an insight into life at a fast-growing healthcare consultancy. We work with a wide range of clients, including the industry’s most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations.
You will be presented with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a variety of projects, from medical communications, medical affairs, health economics and evidence synthesis, all of which involve the assimilation, interpretation and creative presentation of data from clinical trials.
Specific tasks could include supporting the preparation of medical education slides, performing systematic searches of medical literature, developing clinical trial manuscripts, or assimilating clinical and cost-effectiveness evidence to support HTA submissions to NICE.
You will typically be working on two to three projects in different disease areas at any one time. Interns receive one-to-one training on the technical aspects of the role and learn about project management and effective communication with clients.
Scientific Interns are based in each of our scientific divisions. These are broadly described as Medical Communications, Value and Access and Evidence Development, and also include the specialist areas of Rare Diseases, MedTech and Health Policy. If you have a particular interest in one of our services please indicate this in your cover letter.
Please note that, if successful, your division will be confirmed closer to your start date and, whilst every effort will be made to consider your divisional preference, this will be subject to business need and project availability.
Career Prospects After the Internship
During the internship programme, individuals performing well will be given the opportunity to extend their internship to six months; this allows our interns to further develop their skills and gain experience of other areas of the company.
Additionally, there is the opportunity for strong candidates to apply for the Analyst/Medical Writer role and join our expanding team on a permanent basis. This is a route which is encouraged, and that many current colleagues have taken across a variety of divisions. On average, 40% of our Scientific Interns move into a permanent role with Costello Medical.
About You
This internship is suited to recent graduates as well as current students who are permitted to complete full time internships either during the holidays or as a placement as a part of their degree. Essential requirements for the role are:
- A degree level or higher qualification in a scientific discipline (minimum 2.1 or expected 2.1). We welcome applications from candidates with a diverse range of specialisms, including but not limited to; biology, chemistry, pharmacy and medicine
- The ability to communicate scientific material clearly in both written and oral form. Some experience in planning and writing scientific documents would be helpful
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent written English
- Organisational skills and self-motivation
- Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- A genuine interest in healthcare and an eagerness to learn about new areas of science
About Costello Medical
Costello Medical is a rapidly growing global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications, market access and health economic and outcomes research. We work with a wide range of clients, including the industry’s most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations.
Our lasting client partnerships create a direct and measurable impact on the successful launch of novel therapies and devices across a wide range of disease areas. Our vision is to be a community of the very best people, constantly challenging ourselves to make meaningful and outstanding contributions to improving healthcare.
We are committed to our company values which are central to creating our fun, friendly and innovative workplace in which we strive to deliver the highest standards of quality. As a result, we have been listed in The Top 100 Companies to Work For list for five consecutive years.
On 27th May 2022 Costello Medical received its certification as a B Corporation. We are really proud of this achievement as it demonstrates that Costello Medical is meeting the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance.
We underwent a rigorous assessment that covered the whole of our business including employee benefits, charitable giving and sustainability. We believe this certification is external validation of our mission to be a force for good.
The Recruitment Process
Our recruitment process includes a written assessment and proofreading exercise for you to complete remotely. If successful, you will be invited to an interview with our Internship Programme Directors.
We are currently recruiting for our July start date and the internship will run from Monday 3rd July to Friday 22nd September 2023 inclusive. The deadline for applications is Sunday 22nd January 2023 with interviews taking place from Monday 20th February 2023. We strongly recommend applying as early as possible so that we can begin processing your application.
What We Offer
The stipend for interns is £1,800 per calendar month, and you will be entitled to statutory holiday.
We are proud of our position in The Best Companies Top 100 Companies to Work for list which has been achieved for five consecutive years, awarded because of the friendly and supportive environment that we generate for our colleagues and the opportunities offered for quick progression and increased responsibility.
We provide exceptional internal training, opportunities to work on pro bono and charitable projects, and regular company-funded social activities.
How to Apply
You are required to submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form. In your cover letter, you must explain why you think you would be suited to the role and why you would like to join Costello Medical.
Your CV should clearly state the dates of all qualifications and grades achieved where applicable. Please contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@costellomedical.com if you have any questions about the role or application process.
Visa Sponsorship
Please note that this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for visa sponsorship and you will therefore need the right to work in the UK independently from the company.
