xCEL 2027 Summer Internship Programme

Education required: 

1st year students of flagship MBA or specified Programs from specific Institutes in India.

Note: This application is open to Selected Institutes only. Your application to the Program will be subject to our engagement confirmation for placement process at your institute. Please get in touch with your Placement Team for more details.

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in your native language and English.

Internship Duration: 2 months internship in summer of 2027

Application deadline: Please adhere to the timelines communicated by your institute's Placement Team. The application process is time-bound.

Are you looking to gain valuable world work experience and help to positively impact the health of billions of people? Apply for a GSK Internship today!

A GSK internship offers you the opportunity to kickstart your career – to take on a real role with genuine impact!  You’ll take on challenging, serious work on live projects or assignments.  You’ll also get to learn from us, develop your skills and gain valuable experience for wherever the future takes you.

What will you do?

As a Summer Intern, you will:

• Work on high-impact global business projects within the Procurement function.
• Partner with experienced leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Analyze business challenges and develop practical recommendations.
• Gain exposure to global operations and strategic decision-making.
• Build professional skills through real-world assignments and mentorship.

What will you learn?

• Hands-on experience working on global business priorities.
• Exposure to senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Structured learning and mentoring from industry experts.
• Professional development in a dynamic, purpose-driven organization.
• Opportunity to be considered for a Pre-Placement Interview leading to a potential full-time role with GSK.

What are we looking for?

• We're seeking candidates who demonstrate:
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Commercial awareness and interest in Procurement and business operations.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and accountability.
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment.
• Confidence and sound judgment in decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Curiosity and the ability to understand complex scientific and business concepts.

What do we offer you?

Stipend per month: 150000 INR

Skills

Category Strategy, Contract Management, Data Analysis, Digital Literacy, Financial Acumen, Interactive Storytelling, Negotiation, Sourcing Management, Stakeholder Management, Supplier Relationship Management

 

 

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

Inclusion at GSK:

As an employer committed to Inclusion, we encourage you to reach out if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process.

Please contact our Recruitment Team at IN.recruitment-adjustments@gsk.com to discuss your needs.

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