2026 Compliance Intern (Undergraduate)

AbbVie•North Chicago, IL

About The Position

AbbVie's Office of Ethics and Compliance (OEC) plays a critical role in understanding and providing guidance on industry laws and regulations. The OEC partners with our stakeholders across the organization to find compliant solutions for our dynamic business needs. As an AbbVie Corporate Compliance Intern, you will participate in a paid, 11-week summer program focused on providing students with meaningful projects through exposure to our OEC teams focused on Compliance Operations, Investigations, Commercial Brand support, Research and Development support, Privacy, and International Compliance. 2026 Overview & ResponsibilitiesThe Compliance Intern will be immersed in AbbVie's OEC teams learning about and providing support to real-world compliance matters. The intern will work with members of AbbVie's OEC team to support various programs and projects. Working closely with different OEC teams, you will have the opportunity to develop a solid understanding of the inner workings of an effective corporate compliance program, both in design and in practice.The Compliance Intern will partner closely with a manager and mentor who will provide ongoing guidance and professional development. The Intern will also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of other valuable networking opportunities.The Compliance Intern may be asked to support any number of projects with supervision from a Compliance Manager/Director/ Associate Director/Associate Compliance Officer, including the following:Compliance risk assessmentsInternal InvestigationsPrivacy programCompliance training initiativesCommunications campaignsAnti-Bribery and Corruption programConflict of Interest processPolicy and procedure interpretation and assessmentsOperational Excellence projectsGeneral compliance guidance and adviceAudit supportEquality, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion projectsIn addition, the Compliance Intern will be asked to complete a spotlight project on a pre-defined topic that will include performing research and presenting findings at the conclusion of the internship.By the end of the summer, the intern will have attained:Practical experience working for a global, biopharmaceutical company in a dynamic and evolving industry;A solid understanding of the structure and operation of corporate compliance programs and teams, including how they serve as trusted advisors who help the business manage risk and achieve strategic objectives; andLeadership opportunities and experience.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a bachelor's degree, including, but not limited to the following fields: pre-law/criminal justice, healthcare compliance, legal studies, political science, IT, finance, accounting or marketing
Returning to university for at least one semester and graduating within one-year post internship
Excellent communication, analytical, leadership and project management skills
Demonstrated interest in, and commitment to, diversity and inclusion in the legal profession
Desire to learn about healthcare compliance
No minimum experience/training required
Operates independently with well-defined expectations, checking in frequently with Managers(s). Accountable to OEC Director/Associate Compliance Officer.