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Trainee Professional Education, Congress and Events

On-site in Cornellà de Llobregat·Full-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 26 Oct)

Alcon

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Full-time
Languages
Portuguese
Benefits
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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

Trainee Professional Education, Events & Congresses

At Alcon, we are proud of and driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see magnificently. As a global leader in vision care, we innovate boldly, support progress, and act with speed. Here, you will be recognized for your commitment and your contributions, and you will have visibility into your career like never before. We foster an inclusive culture and seek diverse and talented people to join Alcon.

We offer an internship project through a 12-month agreement in the Professional Education, Events & Congresses department. In a dynamic and multinational environment, you will support the organization of training programs, events, and congresses aimed at eye care professionals.

You will collaborate on the following tasks:

What you'll do

  • Planning and monitoring of Professional Education programs and congresses at the Iberian level.
  • Coordination of participants, agendas, materials, and logistical needs.
  • Contact and follow-up with agencies, suppliers, and healthcare professionals.
  • Support for in-person and virtual events, commercial meetings, and internal communications.
  • Monitoring of attendance, satisfaction surveys, and KPIs.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO ALCON:

  • University degree completed or in the final year in Business Administration, Marketing, Communication, Event Management, or similar.
  • Possibility of signing a 12-month university internship agreement on a full-time basis.
  • Fluent Spanish and advanced level of English. Portuguese is a plus.
  • Good proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Organization, attention to detail, proactivity, and ability to work in a team.
  • Knowledge in Health Sciences, Optometry, or event management will be valued.

COMPETENCIES

  • Organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Proactivity, initiative, and problem-solving ability in the face of changes or unforeseen events.
  • Good communication skills and customer orientation, both internal and external.
  • Ability to work in a team and collaborate with different stakeholders.
  • Ease in using digital tools and motivation to learn and develop.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

  • 12-month project with immediate start.
  • Full-time and on-site modality.
  • Open space offices in the center of Barcelona.
  • Collaboration with different departments, agencies, and suppliers.
  • Student allowance of €850 gross per month.
  • Ticket Restaurant card.

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About Alcon

Alcon is the global leader in eye care, dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. With a heritage of over 75 years, Alcon is the largest eye care device company in the world, with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care. The company develops and manufactures innovative devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs, including surgical equipment for cataract removal and laser vision correction, as well as consumer products like contact lenses and lens care solutions. Alcon operates in 60 countries and serves patients in more than 140 countries, with a strong commitment to research and development.

Industry
Medical Devices
Founded
1945
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland

Good to know if you are moving

  • Alcon is a truly global company, operating in 60 countries and serving patients in more than 140 countries, offering international career opportunities.
  • Alcon has a long history of industry firsts and commits substantial resources to Research and Development, providing opportunities to work on innovative eye care technologies.
  • The company's headquarters is in Geneva, Switzerland, a major international hub, but it has operations worldwide, including in Spain.
  • Alcon's careers page emphasizes a commitment to helping people see better, which may appeal to professionals seeking purpose-driven work in the medical device industry.
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