Communications & Events Trainee

Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.

Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites.

Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life.

Internal Event and Tradeshow Support

• Assist with logistics, planning, and coordination for internal events and employee engagement activities.
• Provide operational support for tradeshows, including setup, organization, and booth management.
• Work closely with the team to ensure seamless execution of events, coordinating resources, materials, and schedules.
• Support in post-event evaluations to continuously improve processes.

Messaging, Content Development, and Digital Marketing Support

• Actively support content creation for social media platforms on a daily basis, ensuring timely and engaging messaging for external audiences.
• Assist in drafting and revising content for e-blasts, website pages, and other digital communications.
• Support ongoing content updates on the company’s websites and contribute to new page development.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure content revisions align with brand guidelines and messaging strategies.
• Monitor web analytics and contribute to monthly reports, identifying areas for improvement and supporting SEO initiatives to increase the company's online reach.
• Help manage Google Ads and other paid advertising efforts as needed.
• Support email marketing activities, including lead generation, nurturing, segmentation, and external mailing list management.
• Assist in launching commercial offerings through Hovione’s owned media channels to maximize reach.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, or a related field; a scientific background is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Basic knowledge of web content management systems (e.g., WordPress), social media platforms, and digital marketing tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with SEO, Google Analytics, and Google Ads is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, as well as basic graphic design or video editing tools.
• Prior experience or internship in communications, event planning, or digital marketing is desirable.

Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity.