University Intern – Corporate Affairs

Boehringer Ingelheim

. Support the Corporate Affairs (Communications & Public and Government Affairs) team across several areas .

Posted 10/14/2026internshipWinnersh • United KingdomEntry Level💰 £26,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and written communication skills, with the ability to create clear materials from complex information. Familiarity with the animal health and human pharmaceutical industries, along with a solid understanding of external communication rules in a regulated environment, is essential.

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Fluent In EnglishStrong Analytical SkillsWritten Communication SkillsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyAbility To Work Independently

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Soft Skills

Strong Verbal Communication SkillsAbility To CollaborateTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCan-Do Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Corporate AffairsPublic AffairsGovernment AffairsMarket AccessPatient EngagementNational PolicyRegulated IndustryAnimal HealthHuman Pharmaceutical

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Corporate Affairs (Communications & Public and Government Affairs) team across several areas
Monitor external media, parliamentary and government sources, especially regarding products and corporate priorities
Gather information on emerging reputational themes and trends
Assist in developing briefing documents, press releases, key message documents and digital materials
Develop knowledge of key issues in the animal health and human pharmaceutical industries
Support understanding of external communication rules in a regulated industry
Assist with planning, development and implementation of aspects of a corporate affairs plan
Create clear, concise materials from complex information sources
Plan and execute communications and public and government affairs campaigns
Gain exposure to Market Access, Patient Engagement and National Policy activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fluent in English language
Studying for a degree in social sciences, natural sciences, English, politics, international relations, law or similar, and completing a placement year as part of the course; or another degree with a demonstrable interest in communications or public and government affairs
Right to work in the UK for the full duration of the internship
Ability for independent travel to work in Winnersh and other locations, such as London, from time to time
Experience with Microsoft Office and ability to adapt knowledge to Boehringer’s local systems/platforms/technology
Strong analytical and written communication skills
Strong verbal communication skills within a business environment
Ability to work both collaboratively and independently with minimal supervision
Ability to set clear objectives, plan activities, manage time, organise resources and meet deadlines
Ability to follow procedures and policies while remaining flexible to changing priorities
Professional approach complying with legal obligations and HSE requirements
Can-do attitude and sense of humour
Uses AI appropriately to deliver work
Confidence with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new systems and technology

Benefits

Comp & perks

12-month paid internship
Meaningful work and real responsibilities from the start
Clear placement plan with key projects, milestones and learning goals
Support from manager, team and HR, with regular feedback and development conversations
Workshops, networking, career insights and exposure to different parts of the business
Access to coaching, mentoring and online learning resources, including Boehringer’s virtual University
Opportunity to build professional confidence, workplace skills and an organisational network