Pfizer UK Undergraduate Programme 2025/2026

Global Integrated Media Strategy Undergraduate

Location: Walton Oaks, Surrey

Who can apply?

Applicants must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

Please note that we will only consider candidates who have applied by completing the Pfizer Placement Application Form. Candidates who do not complete and attach the application form will NOT be considered. You can download the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria. 

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please see below!!

Department Overview
 

Pfizer is driving a transformation of its marketing organization, that will see the best marketers of science support the most trusted brand in the industry. As part of this transformation, Pfizer has brought on board its first-ever Global CMO, who is standing up a best-in-class Leadership Team made up of subject matter experts and visionary practitioners.

The CMO media team is accountable for supporting the integrated media strategy for Pfizer products and functioning as a key interface between commercial teams and media shared services. The media team partner with Pfizer teams and the global media agency to develop audience-centric, insight-driven media strategy and tactical plans across paid, owned, and earned media channels, aligned with the overall product marketing strategy.

What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?

The Global Integrated Media Strategy Undergraduate is accountable for supporting the international media team to ensure media is delivered at a high standard across the globe, in line with best practices & global standardization.

Other tasks include :

• Supporting the International Media team in key markets to ensure media best practice is adhered to
• Liaising with our global agency partners
• Working with other internal teams in Pfizer to achieve the end business goal
• Assisting with strategic planning of media services & rollout to markets
• Financial & project management

Throughout the placement the colleague you will be working with will be many different cross functional teams as well as external agencies , which will give you a great comprehension of the pharmaceutical industry in general as well as insight into how a large corporate company operates.  In addition as this is a global role, you will also learn about business communications with many different countries, cultures and objectives.

When can I start?

Placements will start 1st September 2025 and will run for 12 months.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Type of person we are looking for, in relation to ‘Skills’, ‘Knowledge’ and ‘Motivation’:

• Completing placement as part of University Degree either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Self-assurance to liaise with Pfizer personnel at all levels
• Passionate and energetic approach

As a reminder……who can apply?

Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday 29th September 2024.

Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered.

Please access the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.

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Purpose 

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.  

Digital Transformation Strategy

One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Flexibility  

We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.

DisAbility Confident

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!