Business Intern- Consulting & Program Management

Job Description Summary

Join the Consulting & Program Management team and work on strategic initiatives that drive business transformation, operational excellence, and organizational effectiveness across Novartis.

As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting consulting engagements, program management initiatives, business analysis, and AI-enabled problem solving while collaborating with stakeholders across global teams and functions.

This role offers a unique opportunity to apply structured consulting methodologies, develop executive communication skills, and contribute to high-impact projects that influence business outcomes at scale.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Consulting & Business Problem Solving

• •Support consulting engagements by conducting structured research, analysis, and insight generation.
• •Break down complex business challenges and develop data-driven recommendations.
• •Conduct market, business, organizational, and competitive assessments to support strategic decision-making.
• •Synthesize findings into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders.

Executive Storytelling & Communication

• •Develop executive-ready presentations, reports, and discussion materials.
• •Support creation of business cases, recommendations, and leadership updates.
• •Apply structured storylining techniques to communicate key insights and recommendations effectively.

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Program & Project Management

• •Support planning, execution, and governance of strategic initiatives and transformation programs.
• •Track project milestones, risks, dependencies, and action items.
• •Assist with project governance activities, stakeholder communications, and status reporting.
• •Contribute to operational excellence and process improvement initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement

• •Collaborate with cross-functional teams across functions, markets, and geographies.
• •Support preparation and facilitation of workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder discussions.
• •Build effective working relationships with project teams and business partners.

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AI-Enabled Consulting & Innovation:

• •Leverage AI and Generative AI tools to improve research, analysis, content development, and knowledge management.
• •Explore opportunities to enhance consulting and program management workflows through AI-enabled solutions.
• •Apply AI tools responsibly to improve productivity, insight generation, and decision quality.

Essential Requirements

• •Currently pursuing an MBA, PGDM, or equivalent postgraduate business degree from a recognized institution.
• •Strong analytical, quantitative, and structured problem-solving capabilities.
• •Ability to evaluate complex information and derive actionable insights.
• •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• •Strong business presentation and storytelling skills.
• •Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• •Demonstrated ability to leverage AI/GenAI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT and other enterprise approved tools) for research, analysis, content development, and productivity enhancement.
• •Strong organizational, stakeholder management, and project coordination capabilities.
• •Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• •Prior experience in consulting, strategy, operations, program management, business analytics, or transformation initiatives.
• •Experience conducting market research, business analysis, competitive intelligence, or strategic assessments.
• •Familiarity with project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and change management principles.
• •Exposure to data visualization and analytical tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• •Understanding of AI, automation, digital transformation, or business process improvement initiatives.
• •Interest in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, or global business environments.

Desired Mindset & Behaviours

• •Intellectual curiosity and continuous learning orientation.
• •Structured, hypothesis-driven approach to problem solving.
• •Strong ownership and execution mindset.
• •Quality-focused with attention to detail.
• •Collaborative, team-oriented, and stakeholder-centric approach.
• •Proactive and solution-oriented attitude.
• •Adaptability and resilience in fast-paced environments.
• •Growth mindset with openness to feedback and continuous improvement.

What You'll Gain

• •Hands-on experience in internal consulting and program management within a leading global healthcare company.
• •Exposure to strategic business initiatives and transformation programs.
• •Opportunity to work with senior leaders and diverse cross-functional teams.
• •Practical experience in stakeholder engagement, governance, and project execution.
• •Development of consulting skills including problem solving, structured thinking, executive communication, and storytelling.
• •Exposure to AI-enabled consulting, business transformation, and future ways of working.
• •Opportunity to build a strong foundation for careers in consulting, strategy, program management, and business leadership.

Skills Desired