Learning & Capability Development Intern Summer 2026

Role Summary:

Reporting to the Senior Manager Learning & Capability Development you will partner with Oncology Learning & Capability Development Managers and cross-functional colleagues to support the development and execution of learning initiatives that enhance field force capabilities and performance. You will contribute to the creation and refinement of learning assets for product launches and ongoing programs coordinate implementation in virtual and in-person settings and help sustain adoption through well-organized resources and practical guidance. You will also support exploration of emerging learning technologies collaborating where established processes apply.

The Oncology environment presents unique opportunities to combine scientific understanding with customer engagement and performance this role you will gain exposure to modern learning approachessuch as micro-learning and in-the-flow-of-work enablementacross tumour areas and brands while partnering with stakeholders involved in product launches and lifecycle initiatives. Through these experiences you will build skills in instructional support project coordination stakeholder communication and technology-enabled learning that prepare you to contribute in a corporate setting upon graduation.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Support strategy activation and rollout by preparing materials coordinating logistics and synthesizing feedback from trainings in partnership with Learning & Capability Development Managers.
• Contribute to solution development by assisting with learning asset creation and refinement for product launches and ongoing programs with emphasis on micro-learning and in-the-flow-of-work resources ensuring alignment with objectives brand messaging and compliance.
• Partner with Learning & Capability Development Managers to support implementation by organizing participant engagement coordinating logistics in virtual (e.g. Teams) and in-person settings and providing structured assistance during live sessions across tumour areas and brands.
• Support exploration of new learning technologies by helping evaluate AI-enabled solutions (e.g. avatar/video generation and practice tools) consolidating pilot feedback across Canada Oncology and summarizing findings to inform team recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Interest in learning and performance enablement with the ability to break down objectives into clear tasks and draft practical learning materials with guidance.
• Organization and project coordination skills to manage timelines logistics and stakeholder communications across multiple initiatives.
• Clear concise communication and presentation skills with the ability to adjust messaging for different audiences and refine based on feedback.
• Attention to detail and quality mindset to ensure learning assets align with brand compliance and review processes.
• Comfort in virtual collaboration using Microsoft Teams and working with cross-functional partners.
• Experience creating professional presentations and learning materials with PowerPoint; familiarity with simple visual design principles and basic version control practices is an asset.
• Curiosity about emerging learning technologies with the ability to support small evaluations/pilots and summarize findings (e.g. AI-enabled video/avatar tools).
• Foundational awareness of instructional design concepts such as learning objectives micro-learning and in-the-flow-of-work enablement through coursework projects or self-study.
• Basic comfort with learner data (e.g. compiling participation metrics or survey feedback) and producing concise summaries to inform follow-up actions.
• Professionalism and collaboration with the ability to take direction seek feedback and work effectively in a corporate environment.
• Candidates must have an expected graduation date after December 2026.
• Available to work full-time for duration of the internship

What youll Learn:

As an Intern at AstraZeneca Canada you will have the opportunity to learn about various positions with AstraZeneca as you work cross-functionally with different parts of our business. Our purpose for this position is to ensure you gain key foundational knowledge that will complement your education through interesting work while leveraging valuable networking opportunities to expand your learning. You will be invited to attend various learning events including Town Halls Industry Spotlight sessions Science Matters presentations employee engagement events as well as many others so you will be well-prepared and qualified for future positions with AstraZeneca.

We have a strong track record in developing and coaching interns to be successful for future positions at AstraZeneca. Join us and thrive in a place where the brightest and most curious minds come together to unlock the potential of what science can do!

What to Expect:

This role is a 8-month paid contract position which starts in May 2026. Our position will be based in our Mississauga head office and allow for flexible working arrangements working both onsite (2-3 times per week) and virtually.

About AstraZeneca Canada:

At AstraZeneca we are united by a common purpose to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. This purpose underpins everything we do; our work helps to make hearts healthier to help people breathe easier and to help more people survive cancer. Every single day we make a difference by delivering potentially life-changing medicines to millions of people worldwide and by leading breakthrough science that promises to transform the treatment of disease.

Our purpose is bold and so is our approach. Becoming a more agile and innovative company means creating a vibrant dynamic culture where we celebrate entrepreneurial thinking and act quickly to inspire change. We are courageous taking smart risks and learning from both success and failure. We are curious creative and open to new insights and ways of working. Above all we are passionate about science and driven to always put patients first. Join us and be part of a great place to work; an environment that energizes and empowers each of us to achieve our goal to develop and deliver medicines.

Annual basesalaryfor this position ranges from $41495.20 to $54462.45. AstraZeneca is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through thesalaryrange over time as they progress in their role. The range provided in this posting represents an offerpayrange used in a majority of situations. The basepayoffered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors including the candidates skills and experience job-related knowledge and other specific business and organizational some cases offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances.

In addition our permanent positions offer an annual VariablePayBonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity as well as eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role). Benefits offered for permanent roles include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program 4 weeks paid vacation and annual Personal Days. Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.

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