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Work Placement Opportunities

At AstraZeneca, we’re committed to unlocking the potential in every one of our team members. That’s why we continually invest in new ways for our people to use their natural curiosity and learn through everyday development experiences, empowering us all to uncover new ideas and thrive in a fast-changing world.

Commencing September 2025, you will be provided with the opportunity to undertake a 12-month placement in Gothenburg that will introduce you to the world of innovative drug discovery pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.

Opportunities will be offered in the following areas:

  • Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • BioPharmaceutical Research & Development
  • Protein Structures & Biophysics
  • Image Analysis
  • Early Respiratory and Immunology

As well as developing the skills, knowledge and network that will set you up for success, you will be among curious, passionate and open-minded people eager to learn, follow the science, helping you grow as professionals in a truly collaborative and global team.

Explore our open opportunities to unlock your potential at AstraZeneca!

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About AstraZeneca Sweden

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

At AstraZeneca Sweden we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit.

There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.

Working at AstraZeneca Sweden should always be an energizing and fulfilling experience. Whatever your role, everyone who works here makes an impact and changes patients’ lives. Collaboration is a vital part of life here. We work together across global boundaries to find answers to challenges.

Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion and Diversity

We see things differently to most. With fresh ideas, unique thinking and new perspectives, we tackle things from all angles. Across our offices, labs and field locations around the world, we collaborate to push the boundaries of science and medicine in a way that sets us apart from others in our industry and positions us as an inclusive leader of people performance. Through our commitment to an all-embracing way of working, we pave the way for joint success on a Global scale.

Liberating minds

At AstraZeneca, our global Inclusion & Diversity strategy emphasizes the importance of inclusive leadership. We foster a culture where people feel empowered and safe to speak up, but we don’t standardize our approach. Here, our teams have the freedom to determine how they drive inclusion, creating a better experience for all our colleagues. Our agenda is flexible, and our mission is strong: remove barriers and liberate minds.

As an inclusive employer, we practice what we preach by involving our entire company in the design and delivery of our 2025 strategy. From key decision making to having a say on our collaborative growth, discussions go beyond senior level. That’s how we put our best foot forward.

Contact Us

If you have more questions about the AstraZeneca Early Talent Program that aren’t explained here, please contact us and someone will reach back out to you as soon as possible.

Explore more Early Talent Opportunities with AstraZeneca at AstraZeneca Sweden Early Talent Careers.