- Responsibilities: In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in designing, developing and communicating health economic models alongside our experienced Health Economics team who will provide one-to-one training and mentoring throughout the internship
- Salary: A monthly stipend of £1,950
- Benefits: Hybrid working options, statutory holiday allowance, flexible working hours, employer pension contributions and more
- Role Type: Full-time, temporary internship
- Start Date: We are currently recruiting for start dates throughout 2023, which occur in July and September. This internship will last for 6 months
- Location: This role is available in our newly opened Bristol office and our London office
This position is ideal for recent graduates with a degree in an economic, mathematical or computer science discipline seeking to gain an insight into life at a fast-growing consultancy serving clients from the pharmaceutical industry.
You will get the opportunity to join a growing Health Economics team and gain hands-on experience in designing, developing and communicating health economic models. These can range from simple costing tools to substantially more complicated models that aim to demonstrate the value of products and therapies to reimbursement agencies.
Health Economics Interns at Costello Medical receive one-to-one training on the technical aspects of the role and learn about project management and effective communication with clients.
During the internship programme, there is the opportunity for strong candidates to apply for the Health Economist role and join our expanding team on a permanent basis. This is a route which is encouraged, and that many current colleagues have taken across a variety of divisions. On average, 60% of our Health Economics Interns move into a permanent role with Costello Medical.
To learn more about the tailored career progression we offer at Costello Medical, please click below to read about Vittoria's progression to the position of Consultant Health Economist, after joining the company as a Health Economist in 2019: https://www.costellomedical.com/career-profiles/vittoria-vardanega.html
Requirements
This internship is suited to recent graduates as well as current students who are permitted to complete full time internships either during the holidays or as a placement as a part of their degree.
Qualities and experience required include:
- An undergraduate degree level qualification in an economic, mathematical or computer science discipline (minimum 2.1 or equivalent). Postgraduate qualifications (minimum 2.1 or equivalent) would be an advantage, but they are not a requirement for the role
- A close attention to detail
- Excellent organisational skills
- The ability to communicate mathematical and economic material clearly in both written and oral form
- A problem-solving mindset and eagerness to work both independently and collaboratively to find solutions
In addition, advanced skills in Excel and/or R would be an advantage, but are not a necessity. Although no previous health economics experience is required, you must be able to display a genuine interest in healthcare and an eagerness to learn about new areas of health economic modelling.
Benefits
Costello Medical is a rapidly growing global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications, market access and health economic and outcomes research. We work with a wide range of clients, including the industry’s most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations. Our lasting client partnerships create a direct and measurable impact on the successful launch of novel therapies and devices across a wide range of disease areas. Our vision is to be a community of the very best people, constantly challenging ourselves to make meaningful and outstanding contributions to improving healthcare.
We are committed to our company values which are central to creating our fun, friendly and innovative workplace in which we strive to deliver the highest standards of quality. As a result, we have been listed in The Top 100 Companies to Work For list for five consecutive years.
On 27th May 2022 Costello Medical received its certification as a B Corporation. We are really proud of this achievement as it demonstrates that Costello Medical is meeting the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance. We underwent a rigorous assessment that covered the whole of our business including employee benefits, charitable giving and sustainability. We believe this certification is external validation of our mission to be a force for good.
Our recruitment process includes a telephone interview with a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Following this, you will also be sent a technical and proofreading assessment. If successful, you will then be invited to an interview. Our standard recruitment process lasts around 4 weeks however, this can be adapted if necessary.
Our Health Economics Internship is for a duration of 6 months. We are currently recruiting for start dates throughout 2023, which occur in July and September. You will be asked to state your availability on your application form. Whilst there are no set application deadlines, we strongly recommend applying as early as possible so that we can begin processing your application. The role may close when suitable candidates are found.
Please note that this role is available in our Bristol and London office. You can learn more about our office locations here: www.costellomedical.com/careers/locations
The stipend for interns is £1,950 per calendar month, and you will be entitled to statutory holiday. We are proud of our position in The Best Companies Top 100 Companies to Work for list which has been achieved for five consecutive years, awarded because of the friendly and supportive environment that we generate for our colleagues and the opportunities offered for quick progression and increased responsibility. We provide exceptional internal training, opportunities to work on pro bono and charitable projects, and regular company-funded social activities.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form. In your cover letter you should explain why you think you would be suited to the role and why you would like to join Costello Medical. Your CV should clearly state dates of all qualifications and grades achieved where applicable. Please contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@costellomedical.com if you have any questions about the role or application process.
Please note that this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for visa sponsorship and you will therefore need the right to work in the UK independently from the company.