MannKind
MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming chronic disease care through innovative, patient-centric solutions. With a focus on cardiometabolic and orphan lung diseases, we develop and commercialize treatments that address serious unmet medical needs, including diabetes, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary fibrosis, nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease, and fluid overload associated with heart failure and chronic kidney disease.
At MannKind, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a close-knit, collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in our mission. We are proud to champion a rich blend of backgrounds, perspectives, and working styles as we work together to improve health outcomes and change lives.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity:
Handson experience in biotech strategy: You'll gain practical exposure to realworld market analysis, competitive intelligence, and strategic planning within the pharmaceutical and specialtypharma landscape. This experience will give you a strong foundation in how biotech companies evaluate opportunities and navigate dynamic market environments.
Learn from experienced mentors: You'll work closely with leaders in Strategic Planning & Business Development who are committed to your growth. They'll provide guidance, feedback, and opportunities to explore areas such as therapeuticarea landscapes, commercial expansion, and businesscase development.
Build highvalue analytical and professional skills: From performing landscape assessments and market trend evaluations to developing strategic insights and business cases, you'll strengthen your abilities in data analysis, strategic thinking, and executivelevel communication-skills that will set you apart early in your career.
What You'll Be Doing:
In this role, the intern will support the Strategic Planning & Business Development team during Summer 2026. This internship provides handson experience in market analysis and strategic planning within the pharmaceutical industry. Interns will gain exposure to business development frameworks in a biotech environment, learn how to assess market dynamics and competitive positioning in specialty pharma, and build skills in data analysis, strategic thinking, and executivelevel communication.
Key Activities:
- Landscape assessments for cardiovascular (CV) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) therapeutic areas.
- Competitive analysis and market trend evaluation.
- Global expansion assessments for MannKind's commercial products.
- Development of strategic insights and business cases for BD initiatives.
- Projects will be assigned based on business priorities and intern skill set.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Life Sciences, or a related field.
- Commit to working 40 hours per week for the full 10 weeks without vacation.
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Preferably within 1-2 years of graduation
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Interest in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and strategic planning.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and demonstrated learning agility
- You take the initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and act on them without needing constant direction.
- You are open to constructive criticism and use it to improve performance and grow professionally
When and Where You'll Shine:
- Full-time: Schedule (Onsite Mon-Thu, Remote Fri)
- Location: Danbury
- Dates of Program: June 15 to August 20, 2026
- A reliable commute or the intention to find temporary housing before starting the internship is required.
At this time, we are only able to consider candidates who do not require visa sponsorship, including those with a student visa.
Mannkind Corporation
Jan 15, 2026