Medical Affairs Intern

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Medical Affairs Intern to join our Canada Medical Affairs Team based out of Oakville, ON, CA (hybrid, 2 days per week onsite)

About the role

Join a dynamic and cross-functional Patient Value team where your voice matters and your contributions drive impact. As a Medical Intern supporting the Immunology Medical team, you’ll gain exposure to multiple functional areas, building a broad foundation of knowledge and experience in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

What you’ll do

• Partner with the Medical Head to support key processes and ensure effective implementation and oversight of the medical strategic and communication plan.
• Contribute to projects that shape patient value delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to generate insights and develop meaningful impact.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and bring fresh ideas to the table.

Interested? For this position you’ll need the following education, experience, and skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Health Sciences.
• Experience: Previous work, co-op, or internship experience in a healthcare or life sciences setting is preferred.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential. Bilingualism in French is a strong asset.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work independently and thrive in a team-oriented, cross-functional environment.
• Mindset: Solutions-focused, curious, and eager to learn.
• Organization: Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams, PowerPoint); experience with CRM and digital platforms is a plus.
• Industry Insight: Prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry is considered an asset.

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you! 

About us 
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science. 

Why work with us? 
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential. 

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

At UCB Canada, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and members feel valued, respected, and supported.  We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve.  We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a manner that respects their dignity and that is equitable. 

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please contact HRAnswers@ucb.com and we will work with you to meet your needs. 

Application Process: Please be aware that our hiring process may now or in the future involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These AI tools are designed to enhance the efficiency and fairness of our recruitment process by analyzing application materials and identifying candidates who best match the job requirements. All final hiring decisions are made by our diverse hiring teams.