Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

The AbbVie EXCEL Externship is a two-day, unpaid immersive experience for sophomore students interested in future internships with AbbVie. Students will join us at AbbVie's Headquarters in Lake County, IL during the Summer of 2026 to:

Get immersed in AbbVie’s cultureGain hands-on experience in a variety of key business areasBuild an extended network of AbbVie representatives, senior leaders, and students from across the countryParticipate in cross-functional professional development opportunitiesLearn more about AbbVie’s career opportunitiesBe considered for an internship for the following summerAbbVie will provide travel, transportation, and lodging for eligible students.

Pharmaceutical Sales Program Overview:

The AbbVie EXCEL Externship in Pharmaceutical Sales serves as a key talent pipeline for our Pharmaceutical Sales Internship. Externship participants are strongly considered for Internship opportunities within Pharmaceutical Sales for the following year. Successful interns will be considered for full-time Pharmaceutical Sales field based opportunities upon graduation.

As a full-time AbbVie Sales Representative, you will have the ability to network, build relationships with clients and make compelling clinical recommendations to customers (Healthcare Professionals) that lead to the appropriate use of approved products. For interested students, the Externship in Pharmaceutical Sales is the first step in becoming a Sales Representative at AbbVie.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: 

Must be currently enrolled in university, pursuing a bachelor's degree in biological sciences, pharmacy, business related field, or equivalent with an expected graduation date between December 2027 – July 2028Willing and able to do an internship between Junior and Senior year

Interest and ability to relocate for AbbVie’s 10 to 12-week on-site internship which will take place part-time in Lake County, IL and part-time in assigned territory

Preferred Qualifications:

Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher preferredBasic healthcare or biotech industry knowledgeStrong communication skills with ability to adapt to many different scenariosStrong desire to learn; self-motivated with high levels of disciplineBasic/Intermediate experience in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)Excellent problem-solving, written, and verbal skillsExceptional interpersonal, leadership and project management skillsProven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrityInterest in a sales career that requires strong clinical acumenPlanning and organization skills

Note: Mobility is a key component as a pipeline internship to our full-time Pharmaceutical Sales field based roles.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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