Market Research Intern

Your role

A day in the life

You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive research on the macroeconomic status, healthcare system dynamics, medical device market, and competitive landscape.

Through this internship, you will have an opportunity to work for one of the biggest medical device companies, develop your knowledge of healthcare and the industry and expand your professional network. And above all, you will have an opportunity to contribute to the company's effort to unlock access to healthcare and critical therapies in Central Africa.

Internship details

  • Start date: January
  • Duration: 3 months 
  • Working hours: 40 h/week with flexibility (exams and holiday period)

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned

  • Conduct in-depth research of the macroeconomic conditions of assigned countries relevant to the healthcare sector and medical device industry
  • Support with assessing the medical device market, including market size, growth potential, and key players
  • Map out available healthcare financing, including foreign investment 
  • Help to identify key short-, mid-and long-term opportunities for the medical device industry

Physical job requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

About you

Required knowledge

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a master’s degree in economics, public health, business, market research, or a related field
  • Proficiency in English
  • Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to synthesize and report out
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Would be a plus

  • Familiarity with the healthcare sector and/or medical device market
  • Previous experience in market research or data analysis

Benefits

Medtronic offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package designed to support you at every career and life stage. Here is a sampling of what you have to look forward to:

  • Access to fitness facilities and health improvement programs
  • Insurance and disability benefits
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Networking opportunities
  • Work-life balance
  • Paid time off

Training & development

They provide robust training and development through an award-winning internship program, offering real-world experience, mentoring, and leadership opportunities. You'll work on meaningful projects, gain exposure to core business and technologies, and engage in networking and social events. With a focus on skill-building and professional growth, the program prepares you to make impactful contributions in a dynamic environment.

Career progression

You will have the opportunity to evolve from a program intern exploring various career paths to a full-time hire upon completing the internship. The supportive work environment encourages personal and professional growth, providing access to mentoring, leadership development programs, and award-winning learning resources. Additionally, participants may benefit from tuition assistance to further enhance their career progression.

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Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

  • medtronic.com/in-en/our-company/careers/culture.html
  • medtronic.com/ca-en/about/careers/compensation-benefits.html
  • medtronic.com/en-us/our-company/careers/early-careers.html
  • youtube.com
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