Job title: IT Intern - AI & Transformation
Department: Internship Program
Team: Internship Program
Location: Morrisville, North Carolina, US
All locations: Morrisville, North Carolina, US
Work type: Internship
Workplace type: hybrid
Kickstart your career with WEP Clinical, a global specialist Contract Research Organization (CRO) dedicated to keeping the patient at the center of everything we do. We partner with Sponsors to deliver drug development, treatment access, and commercialization solutions, helping patients worldwide gain access to life-changing therapies.
Role Objectives:
The IT Intern – AI & Transformation will support the Information Technology function by partnering with cross-functional departments to identify opportunities where AI and automation can streamline work, improve data-driven decision-making, and enable digital transformation. This role provides hands-on experience in AI-enabled tools, process and workflow automation, Python scripting, data analysis, and system optimization, within a responsible-AI framework and a GxP-regulated environment.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Curious and eager to learn
- Able to take initiative and contribute ideas
- Professional, reliable, and accountable
- Team player who collaborates well with others
- Adaptable and open to feedback
What You'll Do:
- Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to understand workflows, pain points and manual processes, and identify high-value opportunities for AI and automation.
- Gather and document business and technical requirements, use cases and success measures for automation and AI-enabled solutions.
- Design, build and maintain workflow automations using Python and low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Power Automate, Power Apps) to eliminate repetitive manual tasks.
- Evaluate, prototype, test and help implement AI-enabled tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, generative AI assistants and machine learning services), under appropriate supervision and in accordance with company policies.
- Develop prompts, agents and AI-assisted workflows that improve productivity, and document guidance and best practices for their use.
- Apply responsible-AI principles, including data privacy, security, accuracy validation and human oversight, and support compliance with company policy and GxP/regulatory expectations.
- Develop and optimize SQL queries and data pipelines to extract, transform and prepare data from multiple sources for analytics, automation and AI use cases.
- Support data analysis initiatives by identifying trends, insights and opportunities for process improvement and measurable efficiency gains, and present automation impact and insights to technical and non-technical audiences through dashboards and visualizations in Tableau or Power BI (or similar tools).
- Support system integrations, API-based connections and enhancements under the guidance of senior IT or data team members.
- Track and report benefits of automation and AI initiatives (e.g., time saved, error reduction, adoption), and contribute to the transformation roadmap.
- Prepare and maintain documentation, including process maps, technical notes, testing evidence and user guidance, and support change management and user training.
- Participate in project meetings, provide status updates and contribute ideas to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.
What You'll Need:
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics, Engineering or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into automation and AI-enabled solutions.
- Demonstrated interest and curiosity in AI, automation and emerging technologies, a willingness to keep learning, and awareness of responsible and ethical AI use, including data privacy, security and the limitations of AI outputs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once, work independently and contribute effectively as part of a collaborative team.
Technical Skills and Strengths
- Experience with Python for scripting, automation and data analysis, and working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
- Understanding of data fundamentals, including data cleaning, transformation and reporting, and familiarity with Tableau, Power BI or other data visualization and business intelligence tools.
- Familiarity with generative AI tools, prompt engineering and AI assistants such as Microsoft Copilot, along with exposure to AI and machine learning concepts, tools or frameworks.
- Familiarity with workflow automation or low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Power Automate, Power Apps), and a basic understanding of systems, data flows and technology-enabled process improvement.
Preferred (Desirable)
- Experience with APIs, ETL processes, RPA or data integration tools, and exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure) and cloud-based AI services.
- Understanding of AI governance, data protection or regulated (GxP) environments.
- Prior internship, academic project or practical experience involving AI, automation, data or systems.
Location eligibility applies. Candidates must reside in a U.S. state where the company is authorized to hire. This role is not eligible for residents of: California, Colorado, New York, Washington, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Illinois, Hawaii, and District of Columbia.
What We Offer:
Paid Internship
Paid Time Off & Sick Time
Medical Benefits
Volunteer Day
What Sets Us Apart:
WEP Clinical partners with biopharmaceutical Sponsors to help them bring treatments closer to the patients who need them most. Through end-to-end clinical trial delivery, home health services, expanded access programs, and market access consultancy, we provide flexible, fit-for-purpose solutions that support drug development, improve access, and help therapies reach the right patients at the right time.
With more than 15 years of global experience, we have supported programs across 150+ countries, combining operational scale with the agility and personalized service of a specialized provider. Our work helps bridge critical gaps in care, ensuring safe, ethical, and efficient access to promising new treatments.
We're Committed to Our Team:
WEP has many initiatives to encourage wellness, growth and development, and team relationships. Check out our LinkedIn Life Page to learn more about our team events and all we do to support our employees.
How We Work at WEP Clinical:
At WEP Clinical, we look for individuals who are conscientious, exercise sound judgment, and engage with others thoughtfully and professionally. We believe excellence is achieved through integrity, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives - and we are committed to helping our people grow and succeed in an inclusive, supportive environment.
Our Services Include:
Access Programs
Clinical Trial Services
Patient Site Solutions
Clinical Trial Supply
Market Access and Commercialization
Data Privacy Notice:
WEP Clinical is committed to protecting your personal information throughout the recruitment process. By applying, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
Privacy Policy: https://www.wepclinical.com/privacy-policy/
Job Applicant Privacy Notice: https://www.wepclinical.com/privacy-policy/
How to Apply:
To be considered for this role, please submit your resume through the WEP Clinical Careers Portal or by using LinkedIn’s Easy Apply option. Please ensure your resume is in English.
Important Note:
To streamline our hiring process, we use an Upwage AI screener. If you receive a link from Upwage, it is a legitimate part of our application process and helps ensure every candidate is reviewed consistently. If you are selected to move forward after the screener, a member of our team will contact you directly from an @wepclinical.com email address to guide you through the next steps of the interview process. Please ensure you apply only through our official careers page (https://www.wepclinical.com/careers/) or our verified LinkedIn page.
For Your Safety, Please Note:
We will never communicate with you via Microsoft Teams or text message
We will never ask for your bank account information at any stage of recruitment
WEP Clinical is a smoke-free, drug-free, and alcohol-free work environment.
WEP Clinical is an equal-opportunity employer. WEP Clinical does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on an individual’s race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination. WEP Clinical will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
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