Internship - Space Planning

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Novo Nordisk’s Space Planning internship in Lexington, MA is a ten-week, hands-on program in the R&D ecosystem offering real project work, training, leadership engagement, and mentorship. The Space Planning Intern will help design and optimize workspaces, perform space utilization analysis, develop CAD floor plans, collect occupancy data, and support move coordination, collaborating with PMs, architects, and stakeholders to ensure functional and aesthetic results. Ideal candidates are current undergraduates pursuing Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, or related fields with a 3.0+ GPA, strong organization and multitasking skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Tips: highlight CAD/space-planning work, quantify impacts, demonstrate collaboration and initiative; apply early, note visa restrictions, and tailor your resume to Novo Nordisk’s mission.

About the Department

Our Research & Development organization brings together the best minds in life science innovation. The teams located in facilities in Lexington, Watertown, Cambridge and Plainsboro reflect the full R&D continuum, from early research through late-stage clinical development. Here, we are building for the future, creating a distinct R&D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas. We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. Our R&D hub merges biotech speed and agility with large pharmaceutical company quality, resources, and stability, uniting the best of both worlds to develop new medicines for patients

The Program

At Novo Nordisk, interns will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced industry professionals and gain valuable, hands-on, full-time work experience. For ten working weeks, interns will be immersed in the environment of a global pharmaceutical company and contribute to the line of business by providing sustainable and meaningful project work. Our internship program also includes instructor led trainings, a leadership engagement series, and a guided mentorship program to offer professional and personal development.

Program Start: June 1st, 2026

Program End: August 14th, 2026

Scope of Position

The Space Planning Intern will support the Space Planning team in designing, optimizing, and managing functional workspaces that align with organizational needs. This role offers hands-on experience in space utilization analysis, layout development, and project coordination within a dynamic corporate environment. The intern will assist in creating and updating floor plans using CAD or space planning software. Collect and analyze data on space utilization and occupancy trends. Support the development of space allocation strategies for offices, labs, and collaborative areas. Collaborate with project managers, architects, and stakeholders to ensure design solutions meet functional and aesthetic requirements. Prepare presentations, reports, and documentation for space planning projects. Participate in site visits and assist with move coordination as needed.

Physical Requirements

0% overnight travel required.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing at least a bachelor’s degree
• An in progress undergraduate degree in Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, or a related discipline preferred
• Strong academic record with a preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Conscientious self-starter with good organizational skills, project management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities, must be able to multi-task
• Strong interpersonal communication and ability to collaborate with teams; must effectively operate independently, across functional lines, and with internal customers
• Demonstrated personal initiative, self-motivation, flexibility, adaptability and willingness to learn
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

At this time, Novo Nordisk is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future would require sponsorship for employment visa status.

The base compensation range for this position is $52,000 to $89,000 on an hourly basis. Due to the temporary nature of this program, this position is not eligible to participate in any of the Company's benefit plans and will not be entitled to any paid time off unless otherwise required by applicable law.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.