Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

At Abbott Nutrition Division, we understand that proper nutrition is the foundation for living the best life possible. That’s why we develop science-based nutrition products to nourish your body at every stage of life. Our products, including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna®, help babies and children grow, keep bodies strong and active, and support the unique nutrition needs of people with chronic illnesses — to make every stage of life a healthy one.

The purpose of the Sales internship is to provide meaningful professional hands-on experience to students with proven academic performance and leadership potential. Abbott hires students majoring in many areas, like marketing or sales, based on the business need. Ideal candidates will combine technical and business knowledge with analytical strength and creative problem-solving abilities.

Internal Sales – Health Care Professionals (HCP)

The Internal Sales - HCP internship is designed to train and develop future field sales representatives and provides the opportunity of cross-functional development through both comprehensive project experiences and customer sales interactions with healthcare professionals. The intern will gain the knowledge necessary to be successful in their future healthcare sales role.

Internship Details: Abbott Nutrition Division of Abbott 

12-week program

Paid Internship

Housing & transportation provided (if meet criteria)

Diverse and Inclusive work environment

One-on-one mentorship across various levels and experiences

Meaningful project work and skill development to be implemented across the Abbott Nutrition division

Comprehensive Inside Sales experience with the potential of full-time position upon graduation

Structured training in sales, business development, and nutrition

Fun and team-oriented social events

Internship’s location: Columbus, Ohio

Basic Qualifications

Completed at least three years of college education before beginning internship

Must be enrolled in school the semester following your internship

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferable in sales, marketing, or nutrition

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship 

Preferred Qualifications

Strong academic performance (GPA = 3.0/4.0)

Relevant sales and leadership skills

Desire to work in the healthcare field

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills

The base pay for this position is $15.85 – $31.65 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.