Patient Recruitment Intern - Spring 2027

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Medpace is seeking a part-time or full-time, office-based Intern in Cincinnati, OH to join the Patient Recruitment team for Fall 2026. You will support Patient Recruitment Coordinators and Managers as they strategically identify approaches to recruit patients for clinical trials.

You will provide day-to-day project support, maintain files, coordinate meetings, and assist with data tracking. This internship offers real-world exposure to clinical research operations and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and pursuing a Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum availability of 20 hours per week in Cincinnati, OH office.
• Preferred ability to extend through multiple consecutive semesters.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Attention to detail and strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day project support activities - maintenance of project-related files, sending documents to sites, etc;
• Perform administrative duties in conformity with company policies and procedures;
• Coordinate and provide meeting minutes, schedule appointments;
• Maintain databases/spreadsheets as necessary to facilitate tracking/documentation of sponsor activities;
• Support other Patient Recruitment functional areas on ad hoc projects; and
• Perform other administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Pursuing Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

Our global activities are growing, and we are currently seeking a part-time or full-time, office-based Intern to join our Patient Recruitment team for Fall 2026. This position will provide support to our Patient Recruitment Coordinators and Managers as they strategically identify ways to recruit patients for clinical research trials.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day project support activities - maintenance of project-related files, sending documents to sites, etc;
• Perform administrative duties in conformity with company policies and procedures;
• Coordinate and provide meeting minutes, schedule appointments;
• Maintain databases/spreadsheets as necessary to facilitate tracking/documentation of sponsor activities;
• Support other Patient Recruitment functional areas on ad hoc projects; and
• Perform other administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School diploma, or equivalent, and pursuing a Bachelor's;
• Availability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week in our Cincinnati, OH office;
• Preferred availability to extend through multiple, consecutive semesters;
• Excellent organizational and prioritizingskills;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs; and
• Attention to detail and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
• Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• Office based environment with on-site mentors
• Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
• Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
• Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
• An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
• Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
• Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
• Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

• A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
• Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
• Free on-site parking
• Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.