- Responsibilities: You will be involved in all stages of a wide range of creative projects for our clients within the healthcare sector, from initial concept development to full production, allowing for real autonomy and creativity
- 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: This role will ideally commence in May 2023, however we have additional start dates available throughout 2023
- Location: This role is available in our Global Headquarters in Cambridge, as well as our London and Manchester offices
This position is ideal for Design students or recent graduates who are looking to gain an insight into life in an agency or commercial environment. The internship will provide a valuable opportunity to get hands-on design experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
As a Digital Design Intern at Costello Medical, you will support with a wide range of digital projects, from initial concept development to full production, allowing for real autonomy and creativity. You will work closely with internal colleagues and external clients to understand the project brief, providing technical insight and guidance where required, and will produce materials to high standards of clarity and presentation.
Examples include the design, maintenance and testing of new and existing website and mobile applications, the creation of interactive content for conferences and events, the production of animation/video, and the creation of digital marketing material. Further examples of our work can be found here: https://www.costellomedical.com/services/design/portfolio as well as a showcase of our virtual meeting services here: https://www.costellomedical.com/virtual-meetings/
Throughout the internship, you will receive comprehensive one-to-one training from experienced members of the team, learning about the technical aspects of the role, as well as project management and effective client communication.
We pride ourselves on offering rapid and tailored career progression to all colleagues. Within this role, there is scope to progress to the Digital Designer and then Senior Digital Designer roles.
To learn more about the tailored career progression we offer at Costello Medical, please click here to read about Charlotte’s progression to the Graphic Design Consultant role, after joining the company as a Graphic Design Intern in 2013: https://www.costellomedical.com/career-profiles/charlotte-bright.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 via a placement as a part of their degree. We also welcome applications from those looking to start their career in Digital Design.
No previous experience in the scientific industry is required, however, we are looking for individuals with a genuine interest in healthcare and an eagerness to learn about new areas of science. An interest in applying UI/UX and Digital Design to the healthcare industry would be an advantage.
Essential requirements for the role are:
- A degree level or higher qualification in a Design-related discipline (minimum 2.1 or expected 2.1), in addition to a highly innovative portfolio. We welcome applications from candidates with a diverse range of specialisms, including but not limited to; Graphic Design, Digital Design, Motion Design, Computer Science and Art
- Experience with UI/UX design for a wide range of digital channels
- Technical knowledge of email/web/application development
- Working knowledge of Figma, Sketch, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Familiarity with other software in the Adobe Creative Suite is advantageous
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- An excellent level of productivity and the flexibility to respond to changing deadlines
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build robust and sustainable working relationships
Practical experience with HTML and CSS, as well as familiarity with basic JavaScript, is desirable but not essential for this role.
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 six 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. If successful, you will be invited to an interview, which includes a portfolio review, with senior members of our Design team. Our standard recruitment process lasts around 2 to 4 weeks, however this can be adapted if necessary.
The internship can run for either 3 or 6 months, and will ideally commence in May 2023. However, we have additional start dates available throughout 2023, and you will be asked to state your availability and preferred internship length 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 Global Headquarters in Cambridge, as well as our London and Manchester offices. You can learn more about our office locations here: https://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 six 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.
You are required to submit your CV, cover letter and a portfolio via our online application form. Your portfolio can be a PDF or a link to an online portfolio. In your cover letter you must 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 the 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.