Business Intern - Consulting & Program Management

Job Description Summary

Join the Consulting & Program Management team and work on strategic initiatives that drive business transformation, operational excellence, and organizational effectiveness across Novartis.

As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting consulting engagements, program management initiatives, business analysis, and AI-enabled problem solving while collaborating with stakeholders across global teams and functions.

This role offers a unique opportunity to apply structured consulting methodologies, develop executive communication skills, and contribute to high-impact projects that influence business outcomes at scale.

Job description

Key responsibilities

Consulting & Business Problem Solving

• Support consulting engagements by conducting structured research, analysis, and insight generation.
• Break down complex business challenges and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Conduct market, business, organizational, and competitive assessments to support strategic decision-making.
• Synthesize findings into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders.

Executive Storytelling & Communication

• Develop executive-ready presentations, reports, and discussion materials.
• Support creation of business cases, recommendations, and leadership updates.
• Apply structured storylining techniques to communicate key insights and recommendations effectively.
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Program & Project Management

• Support planning, execution, and governance of strategic initiatives and transformation programs.
• Track project milestones, risks, dependencies, and action items.
• Assist with project governance activities, stakeholder communications, and status reporting.
• Contribute to operational excellence and process improvement initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across functions, markets, and geographies.
• Support preparation and facilitation of workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder discussions.
• Build effective working relationships with project teams and business partners.
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AI-Enabled Consulting & innovation

• Leverage AI and Generative AI tools to improve research, analysis, content development, and knowledge management.
• Explore opportunities to enhance consulting and program management workflows through AI-enabled solutions.
• Apply AI tools responsibly to improve productivity, insight generation, and decision quality.

Essential Requirements

• Currently pursuing an MBA, PGDM, or equivalent postgraduate business degree from a recognized institution.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and structured problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to evaluate complex information and derive actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong business presentation and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI/GenAI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT and other enterprise approved tools) for research, analysis, content development, and productivity enhancement.
• Strong organizational, stakeholder management, and project coordination capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Preferred qualifications

• Prior experience in consulting, strategy, operations, program management, business analytics, or transformation initiatives.
• Experience conducting market research, business analysis, competitive intelligence, or strategic assessments.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and change management principles.
• Exposure to data visualization and analytical tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of AI, automation, digital transformation, or business process improvement initiatives.
• Interest in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, or global business environments.

Desired Mindset & Behaviours

• Intellectual curiosity and continuous learning orientation.
• Structured, hypothesis-driven approach to problem solving.
• Strong ownership and execution mindset.
• Quality-focused with attention to detail.
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and stakeholder-centric approach.
• Proactive and solution-oriented attitude.
• Adaptability and resilience in fast-paced environments.
• Growth mindset with openness to feedback and continuous improvement.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in internal consulting and program management within a leading global healthcare company.
• Exposure to strategic business initiatives and transformation programs.
• Opportunity to work with senior leaders and diverse cross-functional teams.
• Practical experience in stakeholder engagement, governance, and project execution.
• Development of consulting skills including problem solving, structured thinking, executive communication, and storytelling.
• Exposure to AI-enabled consulting, business transformation, and future ways of working.
• Opportunity to build a strong foundation for careers in consulting, strategy, program management, and business leadership.

Skills Desired