Advanced Studies Intern – Quality (Biosimilars)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Our medicines business is committed to bringing the benefits of our trusted medicines to more people in the world’s fastest-growing countries. Our broad portfolio of high-quality and differentiated branded generic medicines reaches across multiple therapeutic areas including gastroenterology, women's health, cardiometabolic, pain management/central nervous system, and respiratory.

Quality Biosimilars Advanced Studies Masters-level Internship

The Opportunity

This position is based at our Basel location, in our medicines business (EPD).

Are you a highly motivated Master’s student with a passion for biotechnology, market launches, quality systems, and long-term operational scalability? Join our Biosimilars Quality organization and contribute to initiatives that directly impact global patient access. This internship offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of science, digital innovation, and quality excellence—alongside experts who are driving the next generation of biosimilar development.

You will take ownership of high‑visibility projects that strengthen our Quality framework across multiple biosimilar assets, regions, and functions. This role is ideal for top-tier students seeking meaningful responsibility, exposure to senior leaders, and a hands‑on experience within a complex, internationally networked environment.

What You Will Work On

• Build a digital database for Innovation & Development, capturing QA-relevant project data and lead assignments.
• Support the transition and maintenance of the Quality System, ensuring compliance and documentation readiness.
• Define and implement a standardized Change Control (CC) process for MBX and other biosimilars, including a Quality SharePoint and work instructions.
• Design a scalable digital workflow for requesting and tracking GMP and registration documentation for biosimilar submissions.
• Create a country-specific Quality requirements database covering testing, transport validation, notifications, and QA obligations.
• Perform stability data sanity checks, identify gaps across markets, coordinate remediations, and ensure proper archival of data packages.

What You Bring

• Master’s student in Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Bioengineering, Quality Management, Life Sciences, or related field.
• Strong analytical mindset and interest in Quality, regulatory pathways, and biosimilar development.
• Ability to transform complex information into structured, digital solutions.
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and comfortable collaborating globally.
• Curiosity, initiative, and ambition to contribute to high-impact projects.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience advancing real biosimilar programs.
• Exposure to global Quality, regulatory strategy, and product development.
• Project ownership with visible organizational impact.
• Mentorship from experienced leaders in Quality and Biosimilars.
• A pathway to future roles in Quality, Regulatory Affairs, or Biologics CMC.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV (PDF format preferred). We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.