Corporate Communications Industrial Placements - Paddington, United Kingdom - Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

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Paddington, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Corporate Communications Industrial Placements (12 Months)

Paddington, London UK

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative new medicines for people living with serious diseases can lead better lives.

Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, MA, Vertex today has research and development sites and commercial offices around the world in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.

Vertex is looking for enthusiastic, curious and dedicated students to join our Corporate Communications team for a one year industrial placement.

This based position is located at our International HQ based at Paddington, London.

Applicants should be undertaking a relevant degree qualification and ideally have a strong interest in Communications, healthcare and how it relates to business and the Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry.

Main Duties & Objectives

This position will largely be supporting the internal communications team with executing our planned employee engagement events and activities in 2024/45.

Day to day activities include writing and management of the international intranet hub, video script development, media analysis and research and project management, as well as support with event logistics preparation and administrative responsibilities.

You will have the opportunity to connect with Senior Business Leaders, work closely with members of the communications team in Boston and be an integral part of a young, dynamic International team.

Minimum Requirements

Currently studying English, Journalism, Communications or Public Relations or other relevant scientific related university qualifications
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Interest in data analysis and reporting, extracting actionable insights to drive continuous improvement
Have a strong interest in healthcare and the media
Excellent team working and collaborative skills

Role Duration

September 2024 to August 2025

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.