Science undergraduate

Science undergraduate - Sales and Marketing

 Colorcon is a world leader in the development, supply and technical support of formulated film coating systems, modified release technologies, specialty excipients and functional packaging for the pharmaceutical, nutritional, and animal health industries. Our best-in-class products and technologies are complemented by our extensive formulation experience, application data and value-added services to support all phases of solid oral dose design, development, and manufacture.  

Our focus on market issues and technology development has earned Colorcon an international reputation as a pharmaceutical supplier of choice. That reputation is based on superior product quality, unparalleled technical support, extensive regulatory assistance and reliable supply from multiple locations, with our Global Headquarters located in Harleysville, Pennsylvania.  

Colorcon has 26 technical service laboratories globally and more than 2100 employees exclusively dedicated to its customer base. 

We are a successful company thanks to our diverse workforce and global reach. We believe that our operating principles define our culture, values and organizations and are key to achieving our mission and vision, strategies and goals.

Platinum Rule: We treat others the way they want to be treated
Empowerment: We trust our colleagues with responsibility and decision-making
Keep Getting Better: We create an environment for constant improvement, to be the best we can
Teamwork: We embrace the value of collaboration; work together to exceed what is possible as individuals
Customer Focus: We put our customers' needs at the heart of everything we do
Global Respect: We are citizens of a diverse world and behave with respect for the communities in which we operate

Colorcon is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive and equitable work environment. This includes all employment-related decisions and business dealings on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

At Colorcon, you'll be part of a global leader in
pharmaceutical and nutraceutical solutions, making a meaningful impact across
markets. Our dynamic EMEA team thrives on cross-regional collaboration and
interdisciplinary innovation, offering a vibrant and inclusive environment
where your contributions truly matter.  This is an undergraduate 12 Month
placement starting in the Summer of 2026.

About the Role

Within this 12-months undergraduate
programme you will be part of, and collaborate with regional
marketing and technical commercial teams. You will support them in contributing
to business opportunities. You will achieve this by partnering with teams from
different departments to translate scientific information, to
non-technical audiences within Colorcon and for customers and
influencers. You will contribute to enhance the product positioning and
differentiation bringing that message to market with the support of the
marketing team. We are actively looking for STEM students that has ability
and talent to understand and translate scientific information, technical data
into a compelling story (pushed to market through digital), enabling effective
and efficient communication to market and lead generations (qualification /
conversion) . We are looking for individuals who not only have a strong
technical background but also have a genuine enthusiasm for commercialising
their skills. This is a fantastic chance for those who love to innovate and see
their technical expertise come to life in a commercial setting. 

Core Skills You'll Develop

• Personal development
  skills including communication and collaboration. 
• Commercial understanding
  of the pharmaceutical / nutraceutical industry. 
• Collaboration with
  the EMEA Marketing team to qualify marketing leads. 
• Experience of
  interacting with colleagues across a global
  organisation.  
• Structured learning
  through our dedicated eLearning platform.
• Guidance and support
  from a line manager, mentor, and buddy. 

What's In It For You?
 An undergraduate placement program that will provide
you with a learning environment to help develop your business development and
digital marketing skills within the healthcare sector shaping your future with
a global market leader in film coatings, excipients and packaging
solutions: 

• Mentoring, training, and
  personal development opportunities. 
• The ability to work
  on Digital marketing strategy that creates new business
  opportunities within healthcare sector. 
• A culture that
  celebrates achievements, values diversity, and prioritises
  wellbeing. 
• Flexible working options
  to support personal and professional life. 
• Supportive Culture: A
  collaborative team environment that actively supports your development and
  helps you grow your career as a professional. 
• Global Opportunity: The
  chance to join a market leading, high-performing, global company.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Who Should Apply?

• Eligibility: Undergraduate students from UK universities seeking a 12-month placement (Summer 2026 – Summer 2027).
• Passion for healthcare: Bringing commercial acumen that will help better qualification of new business opportunities (Marketing leads). 
  
  
• Communication: Confident in speaking with a range of stakeholders, including clients, and internal teams.
• Strong collaborator: Enthusiastic about engaging with potential clients virtually, via email, and social media.
• Initiative & Drive: Self-motivated and proactive with a strong work ethic.
• IT proficient in tools such as Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, basic formulas), PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Digital proficiency and Social media experience.
• Able to simplify and present scientific information clearly to non-technical audiences.

Location: 
Flagship House, Victory Way,
Crossways, Dartford, DA@ 6QD
United Kingdom