Summary

The Clinical Field Internship Program provides hands-on experience supporting Abbott’s Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) U.S. Commercial team. Interns will gain exposure to CRM therapies such as leadless pacemakers, defibrillators, and implantable cardiac monitors through customer-facing activities, procedural observation, structured training, and mentorship. The program is designed to prepare high-potential students for future opportunities within the Abbott CRM U.S. Commercial organization.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Clinical Field Internship Program provides hands-on experience supporting Abbott’s Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) U.S. Commercial team. Interns will gain exposure to CRM therapies such as leadless pacemakers, defibrillators, and implantable cardiac monitors through customer-facing activities, procedural observation, structured training, and mentorship. The program is designed to prepare high-potential students for future opportunities within the Abbott CRM U.S. Commercial organization.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Technical Support

Participate in supervised clinical field activities, including CRM device implant observation and follow-up procedures
Gain exposure to device programming, troubleshooting, and CRM technologies

Customer Engagement

Observe and participate in interactions with physicians, technicians, and hospital staff
Build foundational skills in professional communication and relationship management within clinical environments

Learning & Development

Complete structured training in CRM therapies, products, and clinical applications
Participate in cohort-based experience to foster peer learning, collaboration, and shared development
Work closely with clinical mentors and field teams to build technical and professional capabilities

Requirements

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or related field
Graduating in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028
Interest in clinical field roles and medical device industry
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced field environment
Demonstrated interest in cardiology or clinical care settings

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.