# Corporate Internship - Global Marketing and External Affairs - Summer 2027 at Abbott

- Company: [Abbott](https://abbott.com)
- Location: Abbott Park, IL
- Type: Internship · Internship
- Posted: 2026-09-29
- Apply: https://abbott.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/abbottcareers/job/United-States---Illinois---Abbott-Park/Corporate-Internship---Global-Marketing-and-External-Affairs---Summer-2027_31163473
- Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/corporate-internship-global-marketing-and-external-affairs-s-5054b602

## Summary by newgrad.ai

What you'll do:

- Plan and execute marketing campaigns while creating promotional materials
- Produce content across multiple formats for various marketing channels
- Shape brand messaging and strategy for major organizational initiatives
- Explore healthcare-related citizenship and sustainability programs

What they're looking for:

- At least two years of college completed; pursuing degree in marketing, communications, or similar discipline
- Knowledge of marketing fundamentals and active social media experience
- US work authorization without sponsorship; enrollment required following summer
- Preferred: 3.0+ GPA, interest in healthcare sector, demonstrated communication abilities

Pay and perks:

- $16.85–$33.75/hour
- 12-week compensated program including housing and transportation assistance (subject to eligibility)
- Dedicated mentor relationships and hands-on professional development

## Posting

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

### JOB DESCRIPTION

The purpose of the Corporate Global Marketing and External Affairs Internship is to provide meaningful professional hands-on experience in areas such as Corporate Marketing, Citizenship and Sustainability, Public Affairs, and Social/Digital and Sponsorships to students with proven academic performance and leadership potential. Abbott hires students majoring in many areas, like marketing, communication, based on the business need. Ideal candidates will combine technical and business knowledge with creative problem-solving abilities.

This internship will help you acquire marketing skills and provide you with knowledge of various marketing strategies. The intern will gain the knowledge necessary to be successful in their future.

### Potential Job responsibilities

- Support marketing campaign planning and execution

- Support development of marketing communication materials

- Participate in brand architecture and design work

- Assist in the creation of written, video, and image content for marketing channels

- Develop communications plans for major initiatives

- Learn about citizenship and sustainability efforts

- Support key sponsorship programs

- Take part in formal and informal training opportunities

- Measure and report the results of marketing initiatives

### Internship Details

- 12-week program.

- Paid Internship.

- Housing & transportation provided (if meet criteria).

- One-on-one mentorship across various levels and experiences.

- Meaningful project work and skill development to be implemented across the Abbott Global Marketing and External Affairs team.

- Internship's location: Abbott Park, IL.

### Basic Qualifications

- Completed at least two-three years of college education before beginning internship.

- Must be enrolled in school the semester following your internship.

- Pursuing a bachelor's degree, preferable in marketing, communications or related fields.

- Applied understanding of basic marketing and communications principles.

- Familiarity with major social media platforms

- Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

### Preferred Qualifications

- Strong academic performance (GPA = 3.0/4.0)

- Desire to work in the healthcare field.

- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

Base pay: $16.85 – $33.75/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job Family: Administrative Support

Division: PA Public Affairs

Location: United States > Abbott Park : AP06A

Work Shift: Standard

Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time

Medical Surveillance: Not Applicable

Significant Work Activities: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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