Job Description

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

Why ViiV Healthcare?

Uniting science, partnerships, and people to end the HIV epidemic.

ViiV Healthcare is a global specialist HIV company, majority owned by GSK, with a mission to leave no person living with HIV behind. Our success depends on scientific excellence, meaningful collaboration, and a strong commitment to patients, communities, and healthcare professionals. We are building an inclusive, values‑driven organization where people can learn, grow, and make a real‑world impact.

Department Description

This 12‑week Summer Internship sits within US Medical Affairs (USMA), Strategic Medical Partnerships at ViiV Healthcare.

The Strategic Medical Partnerships team is responsible for shaping and advancing high‑impact collaborations with external medical organizations, academic institutions, and professional societies to support evidence generation, scientific exchange, and education aligned with ViiV’s HIV strategy. The team works cross‑functionally with Medical Affairs, Field Medical, Research, and Compliance to ensure partnerships are strategic, compliant, and value‑driven.

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The Strategic Medical Partnerships Summer Intern will support a high‑performing Medical Affairs team focused on developing, evaluating, and managing strategic external partnerships. This role offers exposure to medical strategy, partnership governance, and cross‑functional collaboration within a regulated biopharmaceutical environment.

The intern will contribute to real‑world projects while developing foundational skills in medical affairs operations, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement. The role emphasizes learning, analysis, and structured project support rather than independent decision‑making.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Supporting the review and organization of strategic medical partnerships, including documentation, trackers, and summaries.
• Assisting with landscape analyses of medical societies, academic groups, or external organizations relevant to HIV care.
• Contributing to the development of briefing materials, slide decks, and internal summaries for leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Supporting medical congress and partnership planning activities, including timelines, deliverables, and post‑event documentation.
• Helping maintain compliance‑ready records related to medical partnerships and funding evaluations.
• Participating in team meetings and learning opportunities to understand Medical Affairs strategy, governance, and operations.

The intern is expected to demonstrate ViiV and GSK values— Patient Focus, Transparency, Respect, and Integrity—while building skills in teamwork, accountability, and professional development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Life Sciences, Public Health, Health Policy, Business, Strategy, Health Administration, Pharmacy or related disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 12-week internship (May/June-August 2026).
• Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program. Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in Medical Affairs, healthcare strategy, or biopharmaceutical partnerships.
• Prior internship, coursework, or project experience related to healthcare, life sciences, or consulting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesize information and present it clearly in written or slide‑based formats.
• Comfortable working in a highly regulated, compliance‑focused environment.
• Curious, proactive learner with strong interpersonal skills.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.  
• Once your application is submitted, you will be prompted to complete our immersive GSK Digital Assessment. A passing score is required to proceed in the application process. After completing the assessment, a recruiter will review your application and contact you with next steps.
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Benefits

• While GSK embraces a flexible work environment, we do require certain positions to be onsite. Candidates who are hired for an on-site role or hybrid role, and reside outside of 50-miles from their assigned work location, are eligible for relocation stipend. This is a one-time payment to help offset housing & relocation expenses. Please refer to the position details for the requirements of each position.
• GSK Interns and Co-ops are offered a competitive hourly pay rate and benefits. Please note, benefits eligibility determined the month following date of hire.

• This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at GSK. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on several factors, including skills, competencies, experience, educational degree obtained, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law.

  In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirement.

  • Pay Rate Range: $22/hr to $43/hr

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