University Internship – Patient Engagement at Boehringer Ingelheim | Apply Now
A rare chance for aspiring professionals to join Boehringer Ingelheim as a University Intern in the Patient Engagement Unit. This Boehringer Ingelheim internship is a 12-month paid opportunity to work in a leading biopharmaceutical company, starting in September 2027.
- Position: University Intern – Patient Engagement
- Job ID: 38315
- Number of opportunities: 1
- Duration: This is a 12-month paid internship starting September 2027. The role is head office based requiring a minimum of 2 days a week to be worked from our office in Winnersh.
About the Company
Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry’s top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. The company serves over 130 markets with approximately 54,300 employees dedicated to building a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow.
Boehringer Ingelheim Internship Description
Patient Engagement at Boehringer Ingelheim helps ensure that the voices, experiences, and priorities of patients inform the decisions made across the healthcare and innovation journey. Guided by the Patient-Powered Progress approach, the team partners with patients, caregivers, and patient organizations as equal experts, using lived experience to shape research, evidence generation, healthcare policy, market access, and patient support initiatives. As part of this Boehringer Ingelheim placement, the intern will support work that brings patient perspectives into these activities, as outlined below.
Eligibility Criteria
- Currently studying for a BSc in Biology, Biochemistry, or other Life Sciences degree.
- A minimum of three A levels at grades ABB, or equivalent with at least one grade from a life science subject.
- The right to work in the UK for the full duration of the internship.
- The ability to travel independently to the usual place of work and, where required, to other sites.
Required Skills
- Clear and professional communication skills in writing and conversation.
- Ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships.
- Strong organizational skills and time management.
- Ownership of learning and responsiveness to feedback.
- Adaptability to changing priorities and a curious approach to work.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new systems.
- Professionalism and adherence to relevant policies and procedures.
Salary: £26,000 (Not flexible)
Boehringer Ingelheim internship – Key Responsibilities
- Support the monitoring and mapping of patient community activities relevant to various therapeutic areas (TAs) and the business as a whole.
- Support internal communications activities that promote the work of the Patient Engagement team.
- Contribute to team initiatives for development and work planning.
- Support the development of Patient Engagement-related content for integrated business planning processes.
- Assist the Patient Engagement team in delivering defined projects.
- Support the Medical & Legal review of Patient Engagement deliverables as required.
- Participate in internal and external meetings as required.
This Boehringer Ingelheim internship presents a valuable opportunity for candidates to gain experience in a leading global pharmaceutical company. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply before the deadline to secure their chance to contribute to meaningful patient partnerships.
Closing date: 26 October 2026
