Internship in Global Medical Affairs (for 12 months)

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections,  where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

We are Medical. We are transforming Medical practice together. We are advocates for patients, for medical progress and for global access providing optimal and personalized healthcare. We are a trusted partner and central interface with the external medical stakeholder community. We collaborate and strive in an integrated work environment with the affiliates, global development and global strategy. We help in driving the development, introduction, uptake and informed use of our innovative medicines and services in clinical practice and patient care worldwide. We create and evolve competencies, capabilities, and opportunities for our global Medical Network.

The Opportunity

This 12-month internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience of global medical affairs activities at an innovative and patient-centric global pharmaceutical company. You will be working on a project in the Ophthalmology, Cardiovascular/Renal/Metabolism, Respiratory, Neuroscience or Oncology area that aims at fostering scientific exchange between Roche and medical professionals, healthcare providers and patients. Through this role, you will take specific project responsibilities to help transform worldwide clinical practices with innovative medicines. This opportunity will enable you to establish a solid network for building and expanding your future career.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility of specific global medical affairs activities and contribute to project goals by learning and understanding the impact of medical affairs on company’s product development and commercialization goals

• Support daily activities as a full member of the project team

• Proactively build knowledge and increase understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare ecosystem

This is a high-level summary of all duties that might be performed during the internship, with the variety of tasks depending on the specific project.

Who You Are

You are currently pursuing your MD, PharmD, Master’s (MSc) or PhD degree in Life Sciences or other sciences; or you've completed your studies within the 12 months and you show a demonstrated interest in drug development. Skills or experiences in digital sciences and/or innovation are a plus.

Furthermore, you bring the following skills, knowledge and experience:

• Strong Ethics & Relationship Building – High ethical standards and ability to foster sustainable relationships with stakeholders.

• Effective Communication & Collaboration – Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and English language skills in an international setting.

• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills – Critical thinking, decision-making, creativity, and ability to process information effectively.

• Growth Mindset & Impact-Driven – Eagerness to learn, adapt, and contribute meaningfully to the healthcare ecosystem.

• Adaptability & Organizational Awareness – Ability to work in a matrix environment with shared responsibilities; knowledge of drug development and project management is a plus.

• Please note that, due to regulations, non-EU/EFTA citizens must include a confirmation from their university that the internship is a mandatory part of their curriculum with their application documents.

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to hear from you. Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity!

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.