2026 Clinical Trial Operations Intern

Clinical Trial Operations Internship Program

Envision spending your summer working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for participants in the Clinical Trial Operations (CTO) Internship Program at AbbVie.

Clinical Trials are required before a new compound can be available for use by patients. A clinical study in human volunteers is conducted to answer specific health questions: Is it safe? Does it work? Is it better than what is currently offered to patients? At AbbVie, the Clinical Operations group conducts/manages clinical trials and provides therapeutically aligned, scientific strategy and operations management for the planning, execution and reporting of clinical development programs to enable successful global registration and commercialization of drug development projects.

As a CTO intern, you'll participate in a paid, 10-12-week summer program, working on meaningful assignments that have a real impact on our business and patients worldwide. As an intern you will be located at our corporate headquarters in north suburban Chicago. Throughout the summer there will be planned development and networking activities, along with relocation support for eligible students.

AbbVie's worldwide Clinical Operations business offers you an opportunity to work in one of the following areas and collaborate with clinical sites globally:

• Clinical Data Strategy & Operations: The Clinical Data Strategy Operations (CDSO) function is responsible for overseeing and executing against the strategy around clinical data collection, management, integration, and utilization within AbbVie clinical trials.
• Study Management Associate Organization: The Study Management Associate Organization (SMAO) is responsible for supporting the Study Project Manager with the planning, execution, and oversight of clinical studies or trials.
• Clinical Acceleration and Performance: The Clinical Acceleration and Performance (CAP) function focuses on improving the efficiency, quality, and speed of clinical trials and research operations.

Past examples of internship projects have included:

• Assisting with activities associated with the development and implementation of strategic initiatives related to clinical trial initiation
• Helping to assess, design, and recommend operational analytics to support study management
• Developing resources and tools for Study Management Associates (SMAs) to manage current projects that position clinical trials for success
• Supporting the creation of new playbooks that help improve the efficiency of clinical study timelines

AbbVie strongly considers high performing interns as candidates for the Clinical Trial Operations Development Program (CTODP), a two-year rotational program aimed at developing the skills and experience needed to grow a meaningful career in Clinical Operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or Business Administration or other related field.
• Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship
• Expected graduation date between December 2026 June 2027

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, and integrity
• Business mindset and excellent communication, leadership, project management, problem solving, and analytical skills
• Microsoft Excel or other database experience is a plus

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

• Competitive pay
• Relocation support for eligible students
• Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.