ABOUT ABBOTT

At Abbott, we’re all about helping people live their best lives through better health with our lifechanging technologies and products. Whether it’s an ordinary headache or a more serious illness, we want people to get better fast so they can return to doing what they love.

As a global leader in healthcare, we combine financial excellence with meaningful impact. Working in Finance at Abbott means contributing to a business that delivers stability, innovation, and purpose—while supporting better health outcomes worldwide. With a strong global footprint and operations across more than 160 countries, Abbott offers scale, mobility, and strategic exposure.

The Finance Advanced Studies Internship Program is a first‑of‑its‑kind opportunity designed for high‑potential bachelor’s students in Germany and Belgium who thrive in fast‑paced environments and bring an analytical, curious, and innovative mindset. This program is ideal for students who want to build a dynamic finance career in the healthcare and med‑tech sector — one of Europe’s fastest-growing and innovative-driven sectors.

As part of this internship, you will gain hands‑on experience through structured project assignments, supported by mentorship from Abbott’s Finance leadership team. You will contribute to meaningful financial initiatives that support our global operations while developing the analytical and strategic skills needed for a long‑term career in corporate finance.

What You’ll Work On

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Controlling & Business Partnering

• Treasury & Corporate Finance

• Accounting, Compliance & Internal Controls

Program Highlights

• 3–6-month internship, typically May–October

• Locations: Wiesbaden, Zaventem, Diegem

• Structured onboarding and clear project responsibilities

• Mentorship from finance leaders and career development support

• Networking events and cross-functional exposure

• Final presentation to senior leadership

• Global learning and networking opportunities

• Career opportunities after graduation to apply for Abbott's Finance Professional Development Program (FPDP) and other career pathways in Finance

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Germany or Belgium

• Language requirements: German (Wiesbaden); French or Dutch (Belgium)

• Strong analytical mindset and motivation to work in a fast-paced environment

• Academic focus in finance, economics, business administration, accounting, risk

• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

• Interest in corporate finance and financial leadership

• Curiosity, initiative, and a global mindset

• Ability to work, full-time and on‑site

• Please indicate your preferred location and language abilities in the application

Why Join Us?