As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access, and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. Conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

Global Internship Program

Paid internship

Start Date: April 2025

Duration: 6 months

Location: Munich area, Germany

Exciting Opportunity to be part of the Fortrea 2024 Global Internship Program as an Intern In-house Clinical Research Associate or Intern Start-up Associate in Munich, Germany! We offer real work assignments that compliment an education in STEM+ Healthcare disciplines, are challenging and recognized to the organization as valuable. In addition, we encourage professional development and career exploration through program workshops, each designed to help students prepare for a thriving career in our industry.

In addition to departmental and professional development work, our interns have the opportunity:

• To showcase their work to senior management, their supervisor and mentors


• Participate in a group philanthropic project as part of our dedication to the community

Capitalize on a dedicated training and development program that will support your scientific and professional career aspirations and take pride in delivering scientific work that helps save the lives of millions of people around the world.

About the Team:

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  About the Team:
  • The Munich Clinical Operations and Start-up department provides a range of services for clients including the start-up, initiation, maintenance, and finalization of a broad range of Clinical Studies through Phases I-IV and various therapeutic indications.
  
  


• Internship assignment summary:

• Work half of your time on your own project like:
  
  
  • Re-structuring and improving of a database
  
  
  • Developing a universal tracking tool for oversight of a specific metric
  
  
  • Develop an oversight and training presentation about scientific topic which is in relation to our current study projects
  
  
  
  


• The other half of your work time you will be able to work on real studies as an In-house CRA or Start-up Associate


• Attend training sessions to learn Monitoring and/or Start-up Skills


• Familiarize yourself with the In-house CRA, CRA, and Start-Up routines; get to know also other interesting departments, like Business Development, Flexible Solutions or Biometrics


• Engage in professional development workshops to enhance your business acumen and professional presence

Education

• Working towards an University/University of Applied Sciences degree (life science preferred)


• Fluent level in German and excellent level in English (spoken and written)

Experience:

• Has experience delivering multiple projects in an academic or professional setting


• Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and internal/external colleagues


• Embraces diverse ways of thinking through various forms collaboration and partnership

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.

Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.

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