At Biogen, our mission is clear - we are pioneers in neuroscience. Biogen discovers, develops, and delivers worldwide innovative therapies for people living with serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. Together, our employees create, commercialize, and manufacture transformative therapies for our patient population.   

We at Biogen are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients who we serve. We are focused on strengthening our foundation to advance our overall Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) strategy and, most importantly, ensure all our employees feel included. 

As an intern or co-op at Biogen, you can expect to be placed on a real project, under the guidance of experience professionals and subject matter experts who are invested in your career and academic growth. We also ensure that you have plenty of opportunities to build your network, learn more about our organization through weekly lunch and learns led by leaders from across the company, and join us for several fun events.  

This application is for a 6-month student role from July - December 2023. Resume review begins in January 2023. 

The Corporate Affairs function is responsible for positioning Biogen as a leader in neuroscience and enhancing the company’s reputation with key stakeholders, employees, and patients. At the core, Corporate Affairs supports the company’s business objectives by communicating and informing Biogen’s company value proposition and bringing the brand’s promise to life.  

As a Corporate Digital Communications Co-Op, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects that further establish Biogen as the leader in neuroscience by developing and implementing communication campaigns to support disease awareness, strengthening Biogen’s presence on a variety of social media platforms, channels and website, elevating Biogen’s corporate social responsibility and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, and helping to drive employee engagement. 

Position Description 

Detailed description of role including but not limited to: 

• Support corporate communication campaigns and projects across Biogen. 
• Create authentic and compelling communications materials as needed, including writing stories, drafting social media content, newsletters, external communication materials, handouts, webpages and brand materials. 
• Identify and develop projects and communication materials to support Biogen’s position as a leader in neuroscience and the company’s brand, community and strategy goals. 
• Work cross-functionally with company stakeholders and subject-matter experts to research, write and develop positions as needed. 
• Liaise day-to-day with key business partners, marketing agencies, and collaborators in support of project deliverables 
• Amplify our impact by being a catalytic Corporate Communications leader and inspire and engage employees in a way that connects them to the business and elevates Biogen’s profile.  
• Specific projects that you may work on include:  
• Creating content, monitoring and publishing on blogs and social networks, including monitoring analytics and maintaining any necessary report(s) or content calendars 
• Supporting Biogen.com’s website redesign, including working with affiliate countries to collect and create content that helps tell the Biogen story, strategy and science to an external audience.  

• Creative, pioneering, agile and flexible. Possesses a natural curiosity and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. 
• Strong writing skills and ability to drive effective communications. 
• Passion for either science, responsibility, social media or equivalent. 
• Strong initiative, sense of urgency and ability.  
• Must possess the ability to think strategically and execute tactically. 
• 21st century communicator – strong knowledge of digital platforms, social media, and awareness of emerging technologies as well as traditional tools (Outlook, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint). 
• Maturity and ability to work cross-functionally with senior internal and external stakeholders.  
• Ability to represent Biogen in a variety of community settings. 

To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria: 

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. 
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date 
• Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university 

Education 

Current Undergraduate 

Location 

Cambridge, MA - Hybrid

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

Why Biogen?

Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.