Consumer Insight Interns - Pharmaceuticals

The Programme

We are looking for an intern to assist Consumer Science Product Experiences R&D in delivering innovation programs for Haleon Consumer Health R&D.  
 
The Industrial Placement student will work under supervision of the Consumer Science Product Experience Lead and collaborate with other functions of commercial, innovation, manufacturing, medical, regulatory, insights and R&D scientists in the company to provide appropriate and timely input into our innovation program.  
 
Period of Internship Required: January – June 2024.

You will be required to support the Consumer Science Product Experience team in undertaking consumer research, data analysis & innovation workshops, including evaluating & summarizing consumer and sensory data.  
 
Key responsibilities include:

• Landscaping: understanding consumer, competitor, product trends to generate new insights and opportunities relevant for Consumer Healthcare categories (Pain Management, Respiratory and Skin Health, Oral Health and Wellness) 
• Data Mining: conducting review and analysis of previous consumer studies to generate new insights and learning to strengthen current proposition or identify new opportunities for further research and exploration 
• Consumer/Sensory Research: assist in the preparation, planning, conduct, data analysis and documentation of consumer studies in CH R&D 
  
  • Coordinating with other functions to prepare for consumer research studies – questionnaire review/alignment, sample preparation and shipments, internal clearances and approvals. 
  • Coordinating with respective agencies for preparation and conduct of consumer research studies 
  • Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation of relevant studies following internal SOPs and guidelines. 
• Innovation Workshops: assist in the preparation, planning, and conduct of innovation workshops for CH R&D. 
  
  • Working with internal and external partners to prepare for innovation workshops. 
  • Assist in facilitation and execution of Innovation Workshops.

Learning Outcomes:

You will be able to hone your soft & hard skills throughout the internship: 

• Obtain high level overview of the R&D/Innovation processes and activities and its position in the product lifecycle. 
• Understand importance of consumer and sensory sciences in product development and market success. 
• Understand relevance and applications of fundamental science / technical knowledge to industry / product development.

This role is an excellent opportunity to learn about the fast-moving consumer healthcare (FMCH) industry and experience the role of research & development in shaping business strategy and success. This role will be based in Singapore.

Required Skills and Abilities

Preferred School/Course of Intern: Preferably Food science, Life science or similar disciplines. 
 
Why You? 
We are looking for students who have these business skills & competencies: 
 
Business Skills and Competencies

• Educational background – studying Pharmacy, Food Science or Life Sciences related degree (Penultimate students preferred). 
• Proficient in use of IT and software/systems, ideally document management and database systems.

Behavioral Skills and Competencies:

• Strong written and oral communication skills. 
• Deadline-driven, flexible with self-reliance to work in an empowered environment. 
• Awareness and ability to work within culturally diverse teams. 
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think and work independently, and problem-solve. 
• Strong drive for performance and attention to details. 
• A keen interest in consumer healthcare science, product and development, and a passion for knowledge. 

Why Haleon? 
 
We’re Haleon - A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us.  
 
Together, we’re improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands – including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin, and Centrum – through a unique combination of deep human understanding and trusted science.  
 
What’s more, we’re achieving it in a company that we’re in control of. In an environment that we’re co-creating. And a culture that’s uniquely ours.  
 
Care to join us - It isn’t a question.