2027 General Business Cancer Diagnostics Internship
Abbott
Summary
At Abbott's Cancer Diagnostics Division, we will transform the way cancer is detected, diagnosed and managed for more people around the world. We're focused on patients, providers, doctors, researchers, and caregivers. Our medical experts partner with the industry's best minds and collaborate with top institutions, advocacy partners, and policymakers to help change lives and transform how the world approaches cancer.
Job description
Our General Business Internship Program provides a meaningful, professional, hands-on experience to students with proven academic performance and problem-solving potential. We hire students majoring in Business, Finance, Economics, Math, Science, Engineering, and related fields into our programs based on business needs. Ideal candidates will combine business acumen with analytical strength and strong communication skills.
Internships will be located onsite in Madison, WI at the Cancer Diagnostics headquarters.
Corporate Affairs
- Primary and secondary market research to enable strategy development (new products, expansions, M&A, etc.)
- Financial & market-sizing modeling for long-range planning, new product evaluation, and strategy development
- Strategic decision-making support for leadership
- Cross-functional stakeholder communication
- Presentation development for internal and external audiences
Market Access
- Reimbursement & Product Portfolio Access Strategy
- Cross-Functional Project Coordination
- Market Access Playbook & Training Series Development
- Medical Policy & Code Status Monitoring
- Stakeholder Relationship Management (Market Access, Medical, Commercial)
Requirements
- Completed at least one year of college coursework prior to the start of the internship
- Candidates must be returning to school following the internship assignment
- Corporate Affairs candidates should be pursuing a master's degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Business, or Finance
- Market Access candidates should be pursuing a bachelor's degree in science, business, economics or related field
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
- Have a strong academic record with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Corporate Affairs: Enrollment towards an advanced degree
- Corporate Affairs: Previous experience in healthcare, life sciences, strategy, finance, consulting, and/or banking; advanced skills in Microsoft PowerPoint and/or Excel
- Corporate Affairs: Experience with Tableau, SQL, Python, and/or AI platforms
- Market Access: Experience with project management tools such Smartsheet, or Miro
Benefits
- Targeted training
- Global intern community
- Networking opportunities
- Access to senior leadership
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.