The CLDP program at Alcon is seeking 2024 (Graduate degree level) Summer interns. Interns will work on key Alcon Commercial projects. The Alcon Surgical business is the industry leader in providing surgical equipment and implants for ophthalmic surgery. In the US, the Integrated Equipment Team is responsible for managing all aspects of the equipment used in cataract surgeries, including diagnostic devices used in the clinic and operative devices like microscopes and surgical lasers in the operating room.
The Alcon Surgical Integrated Equipment Team Summer Intern will have a true Assistant Brand Manager experience, balancing at least two main projects, each with the opportunity to change/improve the way we manage the Integrated Equipment brands. The Summer Intern will execute the following projects:
- Project 1: Sales program optimization. Each brand runs several programs designed to facilitate conversion of competitive equipment to Alcon. The intern will have the opportunity to review recent sales, determine which programs are working well and make a recommendation to leadership of how we can optimize or supplement our programs to increase performance. Deliverables include an analysis of competitive device replacements across all brands and a final presentation to leadership with a recommendation.
- Project 2: Demo pool optimization. One of the most significant investments Alcon makes in promoting our Integrated Equipment brands is the “pool” of devices available to the sales team to conduct on-site demonstrations/evaluations. Creating, maintaining and utililizing these devices most effectively is critical to each brand’s success, but different types of challenges prevent us from getting the most out of this valuable sales tool. The intern will have the opportunity to work closely with the team that manages the demo pool to identify improvement opportunities. Deliverables include an analysis of common challenges and potential impact on sales, as well as a final presentation to leadership with a recommendation.
Location: Internship will be located at our US headquarters in Fort Worth, TX.
After successful completion of a CLDP Summer internship at Alcon, interns may apply to be considered for participation in the Commercial Leadership Development Program full-time. Commercial Leadership Development Program (CLDP) at Alcon is a key pipeline for graduate degree talent with ambition to advance into leadership positions within Alcon Commercial functions. Exceptional individuals chosen for this highly selective and challenging program engage in tailored rotational experiences towards a leadership career path. Members will engage in three, year-long rotations. Rotations will include a Commercial Foundational rotation (Business Analytics, S&OP and Commercial Operations), a Marketing rotation, and a Sales rotation. Program benefits will include: Mentor Program, Functional Programming, Networking Events, Tailored Development, and Executive Presentations on key learnings and outcomes of rotations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to the internship, and at least one additional semester following your internship.
- Must be pursuing a graduate level degree in a related field.
- Academic performance: Minimum cumulative GPA 2.8/4.0
- Demonstrated leadership skills (i.e. extracurricular activities or projects)
- Must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
- Ability to commit to a 10–12 weeks, full time (min of 40 hrs. weekly). May/June start dates.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated leadership potential.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
