2026 Summer Intern – Uro-Oncology, PR & Communications

Ferring Pharmaceuticals • Parsippany, NJ

56d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a privately-owned, biopharmaceutical company, Ferring pioneers and delivers life-changing therapies that help people build families and live better lives. Our independence helps us cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit and long-term perspective that enables us to achieve growth and scale, while remaining agile and true to our ‘people first’ philosophy. Built on a 70-year plus commitment to science and research, Ferring is relentless in its pursuit of science that drives powerful discoveries and therapies to help people build families, stay healthy, and stand up to the world’s oldest enemy: disease. Ferring is on a mission to transform the treatment of bladder cancer with a novel, first-in-class intravesical gene therapy that provides patients with an alternative to bladder removal surgery. Our Uro-Oncology team is growing with a variety of rewarding opportunities in commercial, medical affairs and technical operations. If you are energized by the prospect of bringing the benefits of cutting-edge science to meet the needs of patients, we may have the perfect role for you. As the 2026 Summer Intern – Uro-Oncology PR & Communications, you will have an opportunity to take part in advancing a recently launched product in the pharmaceutical space. You will gain exposure to the cross-functional communications team and be involved in shaping internal and external messaging, supporting media and public relations initiatives, creating content, and helping execute communication strategies that elevate brand awareness and engagement. This is your opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a novel therapy that is redefining how bladder cancer is treated. With Ferring, you will be joining a recognized leader, identified as one of “The World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Fast Company, and honored by Fortune with inclusion on its “Change the World List,” for addressing society’s unmet needs. Ferring US is also Great Places to Work® Certified, distinguishing it as one of the best companies to work for in the country.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Communications, PR, Marketing, or related field
• Strong storytelling and communication skills, written and verbal
• Comfortable juggling multiple projects and collaborating with diverse teams
• Previous PR, communications, or customer-facing experience a plus
• Curious about the healthcare or pharmaceutical world
• Ability to complete the entire 10-week program (from May 26, 2026 to July 31, 2026) and commit to 37.5 hours per week
• Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above; college transcript required
• Must mail official transcript by application deadline to: Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, Summer Intern Program, 100 Interpace Parkway, Parsippany, NJ 07054
• Currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. based college or university
• Enrolled in either an undergraduate (Bachelor’s), graduate, MBA, JD, PharmD, or PhD program
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without a need for sponsorship/CPT/OPT now or in the future
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
• Must be available to complete virtual interviews with HR and hiring manager
• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to start date
• Must complete a final presentation at the end of the 10-week program (mandatory)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the PR & Communications team and agency partners to support the development of internal and external communication materials, including press releases, key messages, and digital content.
• Assist in planning and coordinating communication initiatives that highlight brand milestones, patient stories, and corporate achievements.
• Support media monitoring and reporting, helping track coverage, sentiment, and emerging topics relevant to the Uro-Oncology space.
• Contribute to the development of content for internal channels, including newsletters, intranet posts, and leadership communications.
• Enroll in and complete the Ferring Academy of Marketing Excellence training curriculum.

Benefits

• At Ferring, we offer competitive total compensation along with an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.
• From working hours that respect your lifestyle, a culture that is welcoming and equitable, and the chance to work with the industry’s most impressive people, these are just some of the ways we live our "People First" philosophy.
• Undergraduate: $25 per hour. Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program OR graduated within 1 year of receiving Bachelor’s degree and not currently enrolled in a Graduate program
• Graduate: $27 per hour. Must be currently enrolled in Master’s, MBA, or PharmD (1-3 years) degree program
• PhD: $30 per hour. Must be currently enrolled in JD, PharmD (4 years+), or PhD degree program
• You will be eligible for any company-paid holidays that occur during that range.
• During the internship, you will accrue sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees