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Introduction
Alcon’s internships allow students to work closely with experts at one of the world’s foremost eye-care experts, whether their interests lie in the STEM areas of the work or in business aspects.
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How To Apply
Submit Your Application: Begin by applying through Alcon’s career portal at Careers (myworkdayjobs.com).
Resume Review: Recruiters will review your resume and forward it to the relevant Hiring Managers for consideration.
Initial Contact: If your qualifications align with the internship requirements, the team will reach out to you for a preliminary screening and interview.
Interview Process: You will participate in a 45-minute behavioral-style interview.
Offer Notification: You will receive a notification regarding your application status within 1 to 2 weeks.
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About the Program
Alcon offers internships in many of its business areas, including research and development, technology, finance, marketing, sales, human resources, supply chain management, and engineering. Internships last for approximately 10–12 weeks over the summer, and prospective interns must have a strong academic record in a major related to the internship area they wish to join and demonstrate leadership capabilities and a willingness to learn. During their internships, interns work closely with full...
About the Company
Alcon is an eye care product company—it is one of the biggest manufacturers of contact lenses and lens care products and a major producer of ophthalmic surgical products. It also makes general eye care products, like for dry eyes and allergies. The company’s official headquarters is in Geneva, but its operational headquarters is in the same place the company was founded circa 1945—Fort Wort, Texas.
Alcon has changed ownership several times over the course of its history—originally a p...
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Intern Reviews
- “I worked a 40-hour week at the Alcon campus in Fort Worth, TX. The atmosphere was very nice, and there were several amenities and events available to employees. People seem to be very happy here, and there are many employees who have been at the company for a long time.”
- “The company encouraged associates to focus on work-life balance, and the work hours were flexible, which made it a great place to work. The campus in TX was also designed to include a gym, several courts, and a cafeteria with healthy food options, which made it easier for associates to focus on their well-being with ease.”
- “Full-time interns are expected to work 40 hours a week. They are flexible with you choosing your working hours; however, most interns seem to pick hours similar to the team they are working with.”
- “The culture in the office is amazing and I have been able to meet so many wonderful people. I have seen a lot of flexibility in people being able to work from home or take time off when needed.”
Getting Hired Here
- “Interviewers were very friendly and gave ample opportunity for me to share my experience.”
- “The interviews were challenging but a good learning experience, and the hiring process was very fast.”
- “The interviewers were all friendly, and I didn't feel intimidated. I will say their questions are harder than most other interviews. Lots of leadership and attitude questions.”
- “The interview process was fair and not overly complicated.”