Summer 2020 Healthcare/Pharma Intern - Navab Fellowship Program
Navab Fellowship PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
This internship is offered through the Navab Fellowship Program. This is a CCE Sponsored Internship Program in which interns participate in professional development programming alongside the internship which is sourced by a Columbia College alumnus. Fellowship awards are given to students in lawful unpaid and low-paid opportunities for travel and living expenses. Additionally, eligible participants on financial aid have their summer earnings expectation waived. Programming includes attending a Pre-Program Training, mid-semester check-in with a career counselor, end-of-program Reflection Session as well as completion of an individual development plan and project. These elements will support success in the internship experience itself, help you learn more about the related industry or type of work, as well as help you prepare for and plan next steps after the experience. Navab Fellowship Program internship dates vary by position but typically take place over the course of May - August, 2020. To learn more about the Navab Fellowship Program go to https://www.careereducation.columbia.edu/programs/navab-fellowship-program.
Navab Fellowship Program positions and the program are open to CC students only. All Navab Fellowship Program Summer 2020 positions will be posted on LionSHARE during December 2019/Spring 2020 semester on a rolling basis. To find Navab Fellowship Program internship postings, search under the Internships tab on LionSHARE, and use the “Label” function. There is no application limit for Navab Fellowship Program positions.
You must be in good academic and judicial standing with Columbia University to be eligible to participate in the program. By submitting an application, you authorize the Center for Career Education to conduct academic and disciplinary checks to confirm program eligibility. Certain University policy violations may disqualify you from consideration for the program.
· International students (F1) need to secure US employment authorization. When considering applying for a position, you should connect with your Academic Advisor and ISSO to determine the process. Pre-Completion OPT (Optional Practical Training – USCIS processing may take 3-5 months) or CPT (Curricular Practical Training – ISSO will process within 2-3 weeks). You must have either the OPT EAD approval, or the CPT approval to begin your internship on the agreed upon start date. Visit the Columbia International Students & Scholars Office employment section to learn more. Students should keep abreast of authorization processing times.
POSITION Description:
*This is a paid position – offering minimum wage. Additionally, a Fellowship award will be given to this intern to cover the cost of your Columbia student contribution should you have one. Part-time positions will receive pro-rated coverage for student contribution.
INTERNSHIP Description:
The Kinetix Group (TKG) is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated undergraduate Summer Intern to join our team. The ideal candidate is friendly, enjoys creative challenges, is a model of productivity and detail-orientation, and thrives in entrepreneurial environments where his/her actions have significant impact on the company. TKG undergraduate Summer Interns will earn practical experience and will receive guidance from team members to help advance their career goals. This is a 10-week, full-time summer internship position based in our New York City office.
Education/Qualifications:
• Received or attaining a bachelor’s degree (public health, business, marketing, or science major preferred) with 1-2 years of previous
work/internship experience
• Shows demonstrated interest of the healthcare/pharma landscape
• Ability to maintain flexibility and team work in a fast-paced, demanding work environment
• Strong computer skills, verbal, and written communication skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Must arrange own housing within New York City or local area
Daily Responsibilities:
• Assist team members in the development process of key client deliverables
• Conduct background research to aid in the strategy development process for client projects
• Liaise with editorial and creative vendors as necessary for deliverable development
• Develop and deliver a specific intern project throughout the summer as designated upon the start of the internship
• Assist with note-taking and timeline development during internal and external meetings
• Assist with searching for and organizing references, articles, and data to support deliverables
• Assist with data analysis and consolidation
• Work with pharmaceutical systems to submit deliverables to a Medical, Legal, and Regulatory team
• Support overall office operations as needed
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
There are at least two required components to all Navab Fellowship Program position applications and potentially more as requested by each employer as outlined below:
The following documents must be submitted through LionSHARE for each position of interest:
- Resume
- Transcript (This is your spring course schedule which you should access by logging onto Student Services Online, clicking on “My Schedule” and copying and pasting your Spring 2020 course schedule into a Microsoft Word Document. The schedule should show your full name, your school, your Spring 2020 Courses, and your enrollment status.)
- Cover Letter (if required - click ‘Apply Now’ and check for required documents)
- Other materials (ex: Writing Sample, etc. if required - click ‘Apply Now’ and check for required documents)
Having your resume and cover letter reviewed by a CCE counselor is strongly recommended before applying. Submit your completed applications via LionSHARE by Sunday, March 1, 2020. Quick Questions happen at CCE M-F 1pm – 4pm.