IT Intern (Remote)

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.

Company Overview:

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.

Fortrea is driving the innovation that advances healthcare solutions.

Fortrea brings together the innovation and agility of a new, global CRO backed by 30 years of experience to provide our customers comprehensive clinical development and commercialization services for biopharmaceutical products.

By merging the energy and agility of a new company with three decades of experience and unparalleled clinical data, Fortrea partners with emerging and large biopharma, medical device, and diagnostic companies to drive healthcare innovation and improve the lives of patients worldwide through:

• Clinical Development
• Clinical Pharmacology
• Therapeutic Indications
• Consulting and Regulatory Services
• Enabling Technologies
• Full and Functional Service Provider Models

Job Overview:

We are excited to offer a 12-week remote paid Technology services and solutions Internship opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience within our Global Technology transformation office. As an intern, you will work closely with our experienced IT Infrastructure and Operations teams to support various technology transformation initiatives and contribute to the advancement of technology and medical knowledge. These projects will often expose you to some of the most exciting emerging technologies and trends including end-user and cloud computing, AI and machine learning, cyber security, technical project management, and agile software development (just to name a few). Our summer internship also includes career development opportunities, team building challenges, exposure to real-world technology applications, and executive mentorship.

Global Internship Program:

Exciting Opportunity to be part of the Fortrea 2025 Global Frontline Internship Program!

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.

Internship Assignment Summary:

• Modern workplace – user experience technology transformation
• Technical debt and application modernization transformation
• Cloud center of excellence formation
• IT Service operation center of excellence sustainability

Education/Qualifications/Skills:

• Degree focused on Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, IT Security, Informatics, Information Science/Technology, Management Information Systems, Software Engineering, Security and Risk Analysis, or other relevant STEM majors with Software/IT experience
• Good communication skills
• Up-to-date with current industry standards, trending software, and information technology development tools
• Ability to learn quickly and successfully navigate in a fast-paced environment
• Proactively learns new tools and identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes their adoption
• Contributes to creative solutions and challenges the status quo
• Strong customer focus, ability to understand the value proposition for the customer, and commitment to deliver the best value proposition
• Able to engage positively across multiple departments to establish clarity, vision, and mutual trust to achieve business goals

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

• “Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.

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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