Intern (m/f/d) Clinical Trial Services

PHOENIX Pharmahandel GmbH & Co KG; Mannheim; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free beverages and snacks at Mannheim

Flexible working hours and mobile work

Paid vacation days

Salary 2322 EUR/month

Team inclusion and intern events

Intern networking events

Job summary

PHOENIX is seeking an Intern (m/f/d) for Clinical Trial Services at our Mannheim headquarters for six months starting December 1, 2026 or January 15, 2027. The role offers hands-on exposure to comparator sourcing, trial operations, and business development within a leading European pharmaceutical retailer.

Responsibilities include supporting sourcing, coordinating with European teams, onboarding suppliers, preparing reports, and promoting CTS efforts on LinkedIn and at conferences.

Qualifications

• Current student or recent graduate in business with focus on healthcare industry, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and interpret complex data.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in documentation and record-keeping.
• Fluency in English is a must
• A keen interest in clinical research and the pharmaceutical industry, with a passion for supporting innovative healthcare solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support comparator sourcing via network contacts and proposals.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration across Europe.
• Assist in establishing a central hub and supplier onboarding.
• Provide administrative support and track key metrics.
• Manage PHOENIX CTS LinkedIn and website content for promotion.
• Identify new CTS business opportunities and service concepts.
• Assist in packaging and labeling for clinical studies when relevant.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

English fluency

Teamwork

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Business-related degree or studies in health sciences

Tools

CTMS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Intern (m/f/d) Clinical Trial Services

29 countries. Around 49,000 colleagues. 70,000 pharmacies supplied and millions of patients: Join PHOENIX! Support us in supplying the people of Europe with medicines and healthcare products quickly and reliably - and experience a job that is as diverse as it is important. Where you can proactively master challenges, implement ideas and drive change. Look forward to pure variety at a successful, future-proof family company, the market-leading pharmaceutical retailer in Germany and at the same time the best integrated healthcare provider in Europe.

Our Clinical Trial Services division is providing end-to-end support for clinical trials, including comparator sourcing, supply chain management, and regulatory support. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Clinical Trial Services team. This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the management and operations of clinical trials, contributing to the success of innovative research and drug development.

We are seeking an Intern (m/f/d) for Clinical Trial Services to join our team at our Mannheim headquarters for a six-month period, starting on December 1st 2026 or January 15th 2027.

Ihre Aufgaben

• Comparator Sourcing: Assist the team with incoming requests for comparator sourcing by contacting our sourcing network, keeping track of requests and proposals, sending proposals to clients, and negotiating terms with both clients and suppliers.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with teams across Europe to secure optimal deals for comparator sourcing, while identifying stakeholders and understanding their communication and requirements.
• Assist in Establishing Our Central Hub: We are developing a new centralized solution for comparator sourcing, which involves creating a central hub. Your role will include providing essential administrative support, such as facilitating the onboarding of suppliers and clients, comprehending project requirements, and enhancing communication across various teams.
• Administrative Support: Provide general support to the Clinical Trial Services team, including organizing meetings, preparing reports, and tracking key metrics.
• Marketing Activities: You will be responsible for managing the PHOENIX CTS LinkedIn account and website, creating promotional content and sharing updates on clinical trial developments. Additionally, you will assist in preparing for global CTS conferences, ensuring effective representation and engagement with industry stakeholders.
• Identification of New Business Opportunities: In our efforts to enhance our service portfolio, we are exploring unmet needs within the CTS market in Europe. Your role will involve identifying these opportunities, such as Central Pharmacy Services for clinical trial studies, among other potential services. You will contribute to the design and establishment of these offerings, ensuring they align with market demands and company objectives.
• Business Development Support: As part of our expansion in clinical trial services, we are enhancing our offerings to include packaging and labeling of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) and comparator drugs for international studies. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing and establishing these new service capabilities.

Ihr Profil

• Current student or recent graduate in business with focus on healthcare industry, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and interpret complex data.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in documentation and record-keeping.
• Fluency in English is a must
• A keen interest in clinical research and the pharmaceutical industry, with a passion for supporting innovative healthcare solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

For all non-EU applicants: please include your currently valid work permit with your application documents.

Our Benefits:

• Free water, coffee, tea and cocoa as well as a richly filled fruit basket and a subsidized canteen at the Mannheim location
• Flexible working hours and the option to work partly in the mobile office
• Paid vacation days
• An appropriate salary of 2.322euros per month
• Full participation in the team and appreciation from the team, everyone can fetch coffee themselves
• Regular interns' get-togethers to exchange personal experiences and expand your network