The Opportunity

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We have an exciting opportunity for an Intern to join our Technical Quality team, the team who oversee change control, design control and validation activities on site.

Throughout your placement, you will find yourself:

Working with a cross functional team to help develop new products Supporting the design transfer process for new products Working with cross functional teams to solve problems associated with realising a new product or process Supporting the monitoring and maintenance of the design control/ validation status of site products Supporting the maintenance of Risk Management plans e.g. design risk analysis and design FMEA Acting as QA representative to support cross functional project teams by providing guidance and offering solutions for timely and cost effective projects. Assisting the change control process including, assessment of impact and review, approval and authoring of documentation Supporting the monitoring and maintenance of the process FMEA and risk analysis records. Contributing to the development and implementation of continuous improvements plans

Aaron, a current Intern has said " Working at Abbott has provided me with hands-on experience in the professional world, offering invaluable opportunities and support that have enriched both my work and personal life. This placement has been a transformative experience, shaping my skills and preparing me for future success. "

What are we looking for?

You should be studying for a degree in Mechanical engineering / software engineering, biomedical engineering or chemistry, and seeking a year in industry placement as part of your qualification.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive individual who takes initiative and is able to work within a team and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment. You will need to have good oral and written communication skills to be able to prepare reports and technical documents. You must be organised and flexible in your approach to work, with good attention to detail in order to ensure that data and analyses are accurate and meet the requirements of the project. 

We’re looking for someone who is passionate aroundSTEM, and keen to pursue their career in the Medical Devices sector. Career growth and future opportunities are pillars of our program. Students who continuously excel in our early career programs are encouraged to apply for Abbott’s Professional Development Programs or other full-time positions.

To Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. Please note, there is no official closing date for applications, however, we will begin conducting interviews at our Witney site in Oxfordshire, starting in January. By submitting your application, you consent for your details to be shared with Randstad, our Third Party Labour supplier, who are working on behalf of Abbott on this position. This is a 13month placement starting summer 2025.

About Us:

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

Our Diabetes Care division is part of the Medical Devices group, and it is here that we design, develop, and manufacture leading-edge blood glucose monitoring systems, including our revolutionary Freestyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System, which is used by patients and healthcare professionals for the day-to-day management of diabetes. The system consists of a hand-held meter or smartphone app, and disposable test strips or on-body patch containing a sensor. The meters are developed in Alameda, California, and the strips and sensors developed and manufactured in the UK, at Witney, near Oxford.

Here at Witney, we also support our employees to live life to the fullest – whether it’s joining our couch to 5k team, tending the allotments, learning to be a bee keeper, dropping in for a yoga session, there is plenty going for you to engage with as and when you wish!

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