Internship - Commercial Sales Execution - West Area

About the Department

The Cardiometabolic Care Sales Team is at the forefront of US sales efforts for Novo Nordisk’s robust cardiometabolic product portfolio, which includes world-class therapies for treating multi-morbid conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and the reduction of major adverse cardiovascular events.  Our ambition is to advance broad cardiometabolic disease management by bringing exciting new therapies to market to improve patient outcomes.  As a team member, you will connect therapies to new specialties, build cardiometabolic advocates, and apply learnings that impact local markets and the organization in a cross-collaborative way.

At Novo Nordisk, we create value by having a patient-centered approach and are committed to providing innovation to the benefit of our stakeholders.  We focus on personal performance and development and have a culture centered on helping leaders create the conditions for people to be at their best.  If you want to join a highly diverse and collaborative team and are ready to take the next step in your career with a company committed to meeting the evolving needs of patients with cardiometabolic diseases, come join us!
 

The Program

At Novo Nordisk, interns will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced industry professionals and gain valuable, hands-on, full-time work experience. For ten weeks, interns will be immersed in the environment of a global pharmaceutical company and contribute to the line of business by providing sustainable and meaningful project work. Our internship program also includes instructor led trainings, a leadership engagement series, and a guided mentorship program to offer professional and personal development. In addition to individual department responsibilities, interns will also participate in the program's capstone event, the Innovation in Action Case Competition. Assigned to cross-functional teams, interns will work closely to develop an innovative and comprehensive solution to a business problem currently facing Novo Nordisk. At the conclusion of the program, teams will present their findings to a board of top Novo Nordisk officials representing the various lines of business.

Program Start: June 1st, 2026.

Program End: August 7th, 2026.

The Position

Qualifications

• Must be a current student enrolled or recently graduated (graduation date no earlier than April 2026) at/from an accredited college or university pursuing at least a bachelor’s degree


• A completed or in progress undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Marketing or a related discipline preferred


• Class year of a junior or senior preferred 


• Strong academic record with a preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher


• Conscientious self-starter with good organizational skills, project management skills and attention to detail


• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities, must be able to multi-task


• Strong interpersonal communication and ability to collaborate with teams; must effectively operate independently, across functional lines, and with internal customers


• Demonstrated personal initiative, self-motivation, flexibility, adaptability and willingness to learn


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

At this time, Novo Nordisk is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future would require sponsorship for employment visa status.

The base compensation range for this position is $52,000 to $89,000 on an hourly basis. Due to the temporary nature of this program, this position is not eligible to participate in any of the Company's benefit plans and will not be entitled to any paid time off unless otherwise required by applicable law.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.