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.
Where to start when your passion is expanding the frontiers of medicine
Fortrea’s 2025 internships offer students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in life sciences the hands-on experience needed to confidently launch a successful career in the fields of Life Sciences, Healthcare, and Clinical Research. You'll gain real-world insights into the cutting-edge knowledge and processes driving modern Drug Development to bring new medicines to life.
Fortrea Leeds – Where Breakthroughs Begin
This internship has been designed to give you comprehensive look into Early Clinical Research at our state-of-the-art, 65,000 ft² Clinical Research Clinic in Drapers Yard, Leeds—just a 7-minute walk from the train station.
You'll experience firsthand how life-saving medicines begin their journey through a 4-month rotation system across 3 different teams, providing an excellent introduction to Phase I clinical trials:
Clinical Operations – After a deep training and working alongside the clinical operations team, you´ll directly interact with patients and healthy volunteers, responsible for tasks such as taking bloods, monitoring vital signs, conducting ECGs and other study assessment as required.
Screening – Gain a comprehensive understanding of the screening process required for a volunteer to be accepted onto a Phase I study. We provide full training to conduct screening appointments, including completing assessments and entering data into the electronic data capture system.
Laboratory – Join the laboratory technician team and learn how to process, pipette, store and ship the samples required to complete a Phase I study. Full training is provided in all aspects of laboratory work.
Why An Internship With Fortrea
Varied suit of learning methods to support your development and career exploration:
- Dedicated mentors
- Program workshops
- Leadership speakers
- Employee Resource Groups
- Panel discussions
- Small group ‘coffee chats’
Gain business acumen: You will compliment your education working on actual department assignments, learning how our company operates while gaining insights into scientific and business processes. All of this will give you an understanding of the complexities of the clinical research industry.
Learn from Day One: Embrace a hands-on learning experience from the moment you step in the door. You won't just be an observer, but an active part of the team, contributing to get study data in real-time, gaining practical insights and real-world skills.
Education and qualifications
- You must be currently pursuing an undergraduate degree (started in the academic year of 2023) in any of the life or health sciences.
- Experience delivering multiple projects in an academic or professional setting.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders in a fast-paced environment, where priorities can change rapidly and you have to adapt on the spot.
- Demonstrated computer skills – requires excellent MS Office experience (specifically Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Demonstrated teamwork, communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills
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.
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.
