Job Description

Job Specification: Marketing Intern – Oncology Business Unit

Location: Dublin
Duration: 6 months
Department: Oncology Business Unit, Marketing
Reports to: Marketing Lead

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Marketing Intern to join our Oncology Business Unit. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in pharmaceutical marketing within a dynamic and impactful therapeutic area. The successful candidate will support the marketing team in executing strategic initiatives that drive awareness, engagement, and adoption of oncology products.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns and promotional materials for oncology products.
• Conduct competitive analysis to support marketing strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Medical Affairs, Sales, and Patient Access to gather insights and align marketing efforts.
• Support digital marketing activities including social media, email campaigns, and website content updates.
• Help organize and coordinate internal and external events such as webinars, and conferences.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and marketing collateral as needed.
• Monitor and analyse campaign performance metrics and provide actionable insights.
• Perform administrative tasks to support the marketing team’s daily operations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Strong interest in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and oncology is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of digital marketing tools and platforms is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience in a leading pharmaceutical company’s oncology marketing function.
• Exposure to innovative cancer therapies and the pharmaceutical industry.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

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Required Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Competitive Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cross-Team Collaboration, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Digital Marketing, Document Management, Email Marketing, Health Economics, Life Science, Marketing, Office Applications, Oncology, Pharmaceutical Management, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Social Media Management, Strategic Initiative, Teamwork {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

09/16/2026

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