University Intern - Clinical Development Operations - 2 Opportunities

These are 12-month paid internships starting September 2026. The roles are head office based requiring a minimum of 2 days a week to be worked from our office in Winnersh.

Salary: £26,000 per annum

Closing Date: xxx

WHY CHOOSE BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM FOR YOUR PLACEMENT YEAR?

Boehringer is a global company that has a strong purpose; positively impacting the lives of millions, the planet, our communities and of course, positively impacting the health of people and animals. But how will it positively impact you?

As an intern at Boehringer, you won’t be alone! Joining in September 2026, you will be part of a sizeable cohort of talented students, spanning across our entire business. From day one, you will be supported by your team, your manager and by HR. You will be doing real work, contributing to our success and building your depth of understanding in your chosen area. You will also be supported to succeed with a range of learning opportunities that go beyond your specific role development. Learning moments cover personal development such as organisation and effectiveness in the workplace, building your confidence, networking and building effective relationships. There is also a focus on career development including company-wide ‘look and see’ tours, lunch and learns and workshops that overview the array of roles to be found in a leading global pharmaceutical organisation. And if all of that isn’t enough… there is a competitive salary, great benefits, a collaborative office / production site experience (although most roles also offer hybrid working) and a truly passionate culture!

POSITIONS, TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1 x Clinical Trial Coordinator

The Clinical Trial Coordinator (CTC) is responsible for providing administrative support to enable clinical trial execution excellence within the UK and Ireland. This role supports the Clinical Development Operations team at a country and clinical trial site level.

• Plan, coordinate and conduct regulatory defined tasks, in compliance with internal and external standards, e.g. ICH-GCP, Good Documentation Practice, SOPs, Working Instructions, etc.
• Support and enable seamless trial operation and communication to all applicable stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Maintain and have oversight of technical systems to manage clinical trials.
• Collaborate with trial team members and investigator sites to ensure quality and comprehensiveness of the Trial Master File (TMF).

1 x Clinical Trial Feasibility Coordinator

The Clinical Trial Feasibility Coordinator supports the country and site level clinical trial strategic feasibility assessment process within the UK and Ireland. They will support the Clinical Development Operations team in assessing the suitability of sites and investigators for upcoming clinical trials. This role will contribute to data gathering, analysis and operational insights that inform trial placement decisions.

• Use digital tools and secure data environments to support feasibility assessments.
• Maintain trackers and dashboards for feasibility activities.
• Utilise analytical and research skills to synthesise and present data from multiple sources.
• Help prepare materials for investigator or feasibility meetings.
• Assist in distributing, collecting and organising requests for expressions of interest and site feasibility questionnaires.

REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants will be studying for a Life Sciences degree.
• 3 A levels at grade ABB (minimum) with at least one grade coming from a science subject.
• Applicants must have the ability for independent travel to work and other sites.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

KEY COMPENTENCIES

• Strong verbal communication skills within a business environment, able to speak clearly and fluently, expressing opinions information, and key points of an argument with clarity and simplicity.
• Strong written communication skills, able to write clearly, succinctly and correctly, writes convincingly in an engaging, structured and logical manner, avoiding unnecessary use of jargon or complicated language.
• Experience with Microsoft Office essential with the ability to adapt knowledge to use Boehringer’s local systems/platforms/technology.
• Sets clear objectives, plans activities well in advance, manages time effectively, identifying and organising resources needed to accomplish tasks, monitoring performance against deadlines.
• Able to work as team member, establishing good working relationships, adapting to the team as required; also, able to work as an individual contributor with minimal supervision. Must be highly motivated and have the ability to deliver both within a team environment and independently.
• Follows instructions from others without unnecessarily challenging authority. Follows procedures and policies, keeping to schedules but remains flexible to changing priorities.
• Professional approach to work that upholds Boehringer’s values and behaviours and complies with all legal obligations and HSE compliance requirements.

WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK. Being certified as a Top Employer confirms our dedication to a better world of work, delivered through excellent HR policies and people practices. To learn more visit: https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work