**Overview** We are seeking a graduate student to join our team as an intern, working closely with external consultants to gain market insights and industry overviews. The intern will lead the collaboration with consultants, manage market research activities, and contribute directly to our business development strategy and product roadmap. **Responsibilities** **What You'll Do:** We are seeking a graduate student to join our team as an intern, working closely with external consultants to gain market insights and industry overviews. The intern will lead the collaboration with consultants, manage market research activities, and contribute directly to our business development strategy and product roadmap. **_**This internship can be fully remote**_** + Meet with multiple consulting firms to identify the best match based on our team’s needs and each firm’s capabilities + Serve as the primary point of contact for consultants, managing project timelines and deliverables + Lead market research efforts, participate in workshops, and engage in strategic discussions + Report findings and insights from the research to the Director of Healthcare Innovation and executive team, helping to shape business strategies and product development plans **Outcomes:** + By the end of the internship, the intern is expected to produce a comprehensive research report based on the consulting firm’s findings and an insights report that will inform our business and product strategies. **Qualifications** **What You'll Bring:** + Strong leadership skills to navigate the project and ask the necessary questions to keep the project moving forward + Strong verbal communication skills to effectively interact with consultants and team members + Proficient written communication skills for internal documentation and reporting + Eager to learn and adapt to new challenges + Background in life sciences, medicine, or pharmacy + Knowledge of business strategy and development is a plus + A basic understanding of drug & medical device development processes and FDA regulations is highly desirable but unnecessary **Learning Opportunities:** + Gain hands-on experience in product development strategy and localization within the life science industry + Develop skills in market research management, business strategy, and FDA regulatory processes + Work in a collaborative environment with daily communication and support from the team, including interactions with our development team in Japan **Additional Considerations:** + This position may include a few domestic and international business trips based on the project's advancement. However, these will be flexible, and the intern's preferences will be taken into consideration **WHO WE ARE:** Meet Panasonic (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/sites/default/files/2023-04/Panasonic%20Talent%20Brand%20Book%202023.pdf) ! At Panasonic, we are pioneering technologies that not only move us forward but also make a positive impact. Your work here goes beyond conventional boundaries, aligning with our commitment to doing work that matters. Whether it's in the realm of sustainable energy solutions or cutting-edge automotive technology, we provide an environment where innovative thinkers can soar. Our dedication to addressing climate impact is ingrained in our approach, ensuring that we create technologies while actively working to reduce our environmental footprint. Joining us means experiencing career growth in more ways than one, with opportunities for professional development and advancement. At Panasonic, we care about what you care about, fostering a culture where your expertise contributes to the creation of technologies that not only move us (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-x\_hDfMqb0) but also drive positive change for the planet. Be part of a team that values your contributions, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to shaping a more sustainable and technologically advanced future. **WE TAKE OPPORTUNITY SERIOUSLY:** At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application!​ _Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation._ _Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic._ \#LI-JJ1 REQ-147580