INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Internship Supply Chain

CompanyAbbott
LocationCluain Meala
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 10, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support supply chain activities including planning, logistics, procurement, and materials management to deliver healthcare products. They will work on meaningful projects and collaborate with industry experts to contribute to healthcare innovation.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
148942
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
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, nutritional and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers, on Instagram @AbbottGlobal, and on X @AbbottNews. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Terms of Use: https://www.abbott.com/social-media-terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: https://abbo.tt/privacy
About the Role

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Abbott Undergraduate Internship Programme

Unlock Your Potential at Abbott

Looking for an opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, gain hands-on experience, and make a real impact? Abbott's Undergraduate Internship Programme offers students the chance to work on meaningful projects, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to innovations that help people live healthier lives.

As an Abbott intern, you'll gain practical experience in a global healthcare organisation, develop sought-after skills, and build a strong professional network. Whether your interests lie in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, or other STEM disciplines, you'll be supported to learn, grow, and reach your potential.

Many of our interns go on to secure Graduate opportunities, Professional Development Programme positions, and long-term careers across Abbott's sites in Ireland and around the world.

What You Can Expect

As an Abbott intern, you'll gain hands-on experience while working on meaningful projects that contribute to healthcare innovation. Depending on your area of study and placement, you may support engineering, manufacturing, scientific, quality, supply chain, business, or technology initiatives that make a real impact.

What's in it for you?

  • Apply your academic learning in a real-world environment.
  • Gain valuable hands-on experience with a global healthcare leader.
  • Contribute to meaningful projects that help people live healthier lives.
  • Learn from experienced professionals and receive ongoing mentorship.
  • Develop technical, professional, and leadership capabilities.
  • Build your network across Abbott's Ireland operations.
  • Gain exposure to diverse functions, projects, and career paths.
  • Benefit from 6, 9, or 12-month internship opportunities aligned to your academic programme.
  • Explore future opportunities through Abbott's Graduate Programmes and long-term career pathways.

Placement length and location will vary depending on business requirements and academic programme requirements.

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader developing life-changing technologies that help people live healthier lives. With more than 122,000 colleagues serving people in over 160 countries, we deliver innovative solutions across diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and medicines.

In Ireland, Abbott employs more than 6,200 people across ten sites, providing interns with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in world-class STEM and business environments while contributing to healthcare innovation.

Employment offers are subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening.

Why Choose Abbott?

At Abbott, you'll gain hands-on experience, work on meaningful projects, and develop skills that will support your future career. You'll:

  • Contribute to healthcare innovations that improve lives.
  • Learn from experienced professionals and industry experts.
  • Build valuable skills and expand your professional network.
  • Gain exposure to opportunities across Abbott's Ireland network, with flexibility to be based at different Abbott locations.
  • Explore future career opportunities within Abbott.

Our internship Programme provides real-world experience, broad exposure, and a strong foundation for future career growth.

Areas of Opportunity

Depending on business needs and your area of study, you may have the opportunity to gain experience in one or more of the following areas: <delete as appropriate>

Supply Chain

Gaining exposure to planning, logistics, procurement, scheduling, and materials management activities that help deliver products to patients worldwide.

Specific assignments will be aligned to business requirements, site needs, and individual development opportunities

What You'll Bring

At Abbott, we're looking for students with the curiosity, drive, and ambition to make a difference. Successful candidates will:

  • Be available for a 6, 9, or 12-month placement aligned with their academic programme.
  • Be pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain discipline
  • Be on track to achieve, or have achieved, a minimum 2.1 degree classification.
  • Bring strong communication, teamwork, and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrate initiative, curiosity, and a desire to learn.
  • Have a passion for innovation, STEM, and healthcare.
  • Thrive in a collaborative environment and be willing to take ownership of their work.
  • Have flexibility to be based at any Abbott Ireland location, providing opportunities for broader exposure, diverse experiences, and professional growth.

Closing Date: 04 September 2026

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and interviews will take place before the closing date. As positions may be filled early, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  Abbott in Ireland | Benefits

Connect with us at www.abbott.com and on, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Join Abbott and Help Build the Workforce of Tomorrow

Become part of the next generation of innovators, engineers, scientists, and future leaders helping shape the future of healthcare.

#EarlyCareers #STEMCareers #LifeAtAbbott #FutureTalent

     

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:

ID Infectious Disease

        

LOCATION:

Ireland > Galway : Parkmore East Business Park

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

Ireland > Clonmel : Cashel Road, Ireland > Cootehill : Dromore West, Ireland > Sligo : Finisklin Road

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

No

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Yes

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable

     

     

     

Key Skills
PlanningLogisticsProcurementSchedulingMaterials ManagementCommunicationTeamworkAnalytical SkillsInitiativeCollaboration
Categories
LogisticsHealthcareManufacturingAdministrative
Benefits
Health And Wellness Benefits