Abbott

Intern Operations & Supply Chain - Future Talent Program

Switzerland · Work style not stated · Full time

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  • EmployerAbbott
  • LocationSwitzerland
  • Work styleWork style not stated
  • Employment typeFull time
  • Employer posted

JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Abbott

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, nutrition, and branded generic medicines. Through our innovative solutions, we are committed to improving the health and well-being of people around the world.

The Position

For our Established Pharmaceuticals Business based in Basel, Switzerland, we are seeking a highly motivated candidate for an 6-12 MonthsOperations & Supply Chain Internship (m/f/d). This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of Supply Chain, Data Analytics, and Business Transformation within a global pharmaceutical organization.

Working closely with the Operations Management Office, Supply Chain teams, and Advanced Analytics experts, you will contribute to key initiatives focused on performance management, reporting optimization, and data-driven decision-making. The assignment provides direct exposure to Supply Chain leadership and offers the opportunity to deliver meaningful business impact through analytical thinking and innovative solutions.

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Key Responsibilities:

  • Translate business requirements into data-driven solutions that improve decision-making, process effectiveness, and operational performance.
  • Support global Supply Chain operations leaders to increase awareness and understanding of service, inventory, cost, risk, and cross-functional performance management across all hierarchy levels.
  • Provide structured analyses and actionable recommendations by transforming complex data into clear business insights.
  • Define and structure business-critical performance indicators across Supply Chain teams, distinguishing operational, tactical, and strategic measures.
  • Assess and simplify the existing reporting landscape, including dashboards, Excel reports, and management presentations, to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Identify reporting duplications, manual effort, data quality gaps, and process inefficiencies across Supply Chain performance management activities.
  • Design and implement scalable reporting solutions, including Power BI dashboards, automated Excel reports, and automated PowerPoint reporting tools.
  • Pilot newly developed reporting solutions with selected Supply Chain teams, gather feedback, validate data accuracy, and refine tools prior to broader implementation.

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a Master's, MBA, or PhD degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Analytics, Engineering, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to structure complex business challenges.
  • Experience working with data analysis and reporting tools, such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar technologies.
  • Interest in Supply Chain management, operational excellence, and business transformation.
  • Ability to translate data and analytical findings into business recommendations and actionable insights.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in cross-functional and international teams.
  • Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken.

Why Join Abbott? At Abbott, you can build a meaningful career while contributing to innovative healthcare solutions that improve lives around the world.

This internship offers:

  • Direct exposure to Supply Chain leadership within a global pharmaceutical organization.
  • Hands-on experience at the intersection of Supply Chain, Data Analytics, and Business Transformation.
  • The opportunity to work on high-impact projects that improve reporting, visibility, and business performance.
  • Collaboration with Supply Chain and Advanced Analytics professionals across global functions.
  • Development of technical, analytical, and business leadership skills in an international environment.
  • Exposure to real-world operational challenges and strategic decision-making processes.
  • Potential future career opportunities within Abbott.

Interested in joining us? Apply today and become part of a team that is helping shape the future of healthcare.

Abbott is an equal opportunity employer committed to employee diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Stay connected at www.abbott.com, Facebook www.facebook.com/Abbott and Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

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The base pay for this position is

N/A

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

JOB FAMILY:

Administrative Support

DIVISION:

EPD Established Pharma

LOCATION:

Switzerland > Allschwil : H-127

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable

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  • Employment typeFull time
  • SeniorityIntern
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