Digital Health Intern

Join Our Summer Internship Program and Make a Real Impact

Are you ready to do meaningful work in a cutting-edge, research-driven organization? At Alexion (an AstraZeneca company for Rare Diseases), our summer internship program offers you the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge, and connections that will set you up for future success. This program will begin on June 2nd and potentially run through August 8th,  2025.

As an intern, you’ll be part of a dynamic, global team of curious, passionate, and open-minded individuals who are eager to learn, innovate, and grow. You’ll collaborate with industry-leading professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and gain hands-on experience in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

If you’re enthusiastic about science, innovation, and making a difference, our internship program is your chance to follow your passion and kickstart your career!

About Us: 

Alexion, AstraZeneca's Rare Disease unit, is dedicated to serving patients and families affected by rare diseases through the discovery, development, and commercialization of life-changing medicines. As part of AstraZeneca, a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company, we strive to transform patients' lives through innovative science. 

Job Description: 

We are seeking a highly motivated intern to join the Digital Health group within the Global Medical Affairs function for the summer. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and gain valuable experience in the pharmaceutical and digital health sectors, with a focus on leveraging both clinical and non-clinical data. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data-driven decision-making within Global Medical Affairs. 

• Analyze diverse types of clinical and non-clinical datasets using R and Python to derive meaningful insights. 

• Apply statistical methods to interpret complex data and generate predictive models that influence drug development and medical strategies. 

• Assist in the development and execution of data science projects related to the drug development process and digital health. 

• Document and present findings and insights to stakeholders clearly and concisely. 

Qualifications: 

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Biomedical Science, Data Science, or a related field. 

• Proficiency in programming languages: R and Python. 

• Familiarity with the drug development process and digital health concepts. 

• Familiarity with Large Language Models and their applications in Natural Language Processing (NLP). 

• Experience with relational and non-relational database systems. 

• Experience working in cloud environments such as AWS. 

• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and methodologies. 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex concepts to a non-technical audience. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with data visualization tools and techniques. 

• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and their applications. 

We reserve the right to close this posting early based on application volume or capacity. Our priority is to ensure that every applicant receives the privilege of thorough review and consideration. To achieve this, we may need to limit the number of applications we process, as there are a finite number of open positions available. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Date Posted

21-Feb-2025

Closing Date

27-Feb-2025Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com. Alexion participates in E-Verify.