Abbott Internship || Pay: $32.85/hour || Apply Now !

Abbott is hiring interns for the Corporate Global Marketing and External Affairs Internship role for 2026. Find out all the key details below and learn how to apply!

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare technology leader, innovating across diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generics. With over 114,000 employees operating in more than 160 countries, Abbott delivers science-backed solutions that help people live healthier lives. Known for brands like Pedialyte, Ensure, FreeStyle Libre, and Similac, Abbott is not just a company—it’s a mission-driven organization committed to improving global well-being. If you’re passionate about working at the intersection of healthcare and marketing, this internship offers a chance to grow inside a company with a long-standing legacy of innovation and purpose.

Internship Overview

• 📌 Position: Corporate Intern – Global Marketing and External Affairs

• 📍 Location: Abbott Park, Illinois, United States

• ⏱ Time Commitment: Full-time

This is not a passive internship—you’ll be fully integrated into the team, contributing to real marketing projects that impact global audiences. Whether it’s working on brand development, corporate social responsibility, or public affairs campaigns, this program offers unparalleled exposure to the strategic side of healthcare marketing.

Roles & Responsibilities

As an intern in this dynamic division, you’ll engage in hands-on marketing projects that reflect real-world challenges and business goals. You’ll be expected to:

• Assist in planning and executing high-impact marketing campaigns
• Collaborate on the development of creative content—text, video, and visual—for various platforms
• Support brand architecture strategy and global messaging initiatives
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute original ideas
• Assist with data collection and analytics to measure campaign performance
• Engage with internal stakeholders and external partners on project deliverables
• Attend learning sessions and mentorship meetings to build your industry knowledge

You won’t just shadow a senior executive—you’ll learn how to think like one.

Qualifications & Eligibility

Abbott is looking for driven, creative, and purpose-aligned individuals who are eager to learn and grow. The ideal candidate should:

• Be a current undergraduate student (junior year or later) pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field
• Have completed at least three years of college prior to starting the internship
• Be enrolled in a degree program after the internship ends
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic marketing principles
• Be familiar with key social media platforms and content marketing strategies
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills
• Be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship (now or in the future)

Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 and a demonstrated interest in healthcare marketing or public affairs.

Benefits & Perks

This internship isn’t just about gaining experience—it’s about positioning yourself for future leadership in a Fortune 500 company. Key benefits include:

• Pay: $16.45 to $32.85 per hour
• Fully paid 12-week internship program
• Housing and transportation support (if eligibility criteria are met)
• One-on-one mentoring by experienced professionals
• Networking opportunities across global teams
• Participation in structured training sessions and real project work
• Certificate of internship completion and future job opportunities

Important Dates

• 🗓 Application Deadline: Apply as soon as possible

• 📅 Internship Start Date: Check It Below

How to Apply