Internship - Scientific Information

About the Department

The Clinical, Medical and Regulatory (CMR) department at Novo Nordisk is one of the most diverse and collaborative groups within the organization. From healthcare provider interactions and developing and implementing regulatory strategies with the FDA to providing medical education and collecting data to support efficacy and new product development, CMR is involved. The one thing that keeps us all marching to the same beat is our patient centered focus. At Novo Nordisk, you will help patients around the world. As their needs evolve, so does our challenge to find better and more innovative ways to improve their quality of life. We’re changing lives for a living. Are you ready to make a difference?

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

The Scientific Information intern will serve as a key resource for evidence-based information retrieval and synthesis to support internal stakeholders across medical affairs, clinical development, and regulatory teams. Primary responsibilities include designing and executing comprehensive literature searches in major databases such as PubMed, Embase, and other relevant sources in response to scientific queries from internal colleagues. The intern will critically evaluate search results, extract relevant data, and synthesize findings into clear, concise evidence summaries and reports that directly address stakeholder questions.

Additional duties include maintaining search documentation and methodology records to ensure reproducibility, staying current with database search techniques and medical terminology, and collaborating with the scientific information team to refine search strategies and presentation formats. This role offers excellent exposure to the full spectrum of therapeutic areas and the opportunity to develop expertise in systematic literature review methodologies and medical information delivery.

Qualifications

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


• A completed or in progress graduate degree in Pharmacy, Biomedical, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related discipline 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.