2026 Future Talent Program - Global Clinical Trial Operations Epidemiology Operations Intern

Rahway, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 39600 - 105500

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features internships with a duration of up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO) team is seeking applicants for the Epidemiology Operations intern position. The intern will engage with the Epidemiology Operations organization and their associated project teams throughout participation in and/or leadership of initiatives that drive the efficient and ethical conduct of epidemiology trials across GCTO.

Activities may include (but are not limited to):

Provide project management support for strategic initiatives support for existing Epidemiology trials
Assist organizational efforts to simplify and standardize global processes
Develop new tools to enhance conduct of our epidemiology trials enhance existing tools
Generate process maps and/or performance metrics
Develop effective communications assist in development/updating of Epi Ops webpage
Receive exposure to the field of clinical research and drug development with direct activities supporting global clinical trial operations
Deliver a capstone presentation illustrating internship objectives and activities

Required Education:

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a full-time BS/BA (or higher) degree program in a business or project management continuous improvement computer technology or science related discipline.
Candidates must be available to work full-time for 10-12 weeks beginning in May or June of 2026.
Candidates must have completed at least (2) years of collegiate study by June of 2026.

Preferred Education:

Candidates considering pursuing a MPH are preferred.

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer at the discretion of the company.

Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39600.00-$105500.00 USD

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

11/3/2025

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Job DescriptionThe Future Talent Program features internships with a duration of up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.The Global Clinical Trial Operati...