Study Start-Up Intern

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site mentors

Career advancement opportunities

Structured SAM Training Program

Health, wellness, PTO benefits

Job summary

Medpace is seeking a full-time, office-based Regulatory Submissions Intern in Cincinnati, OH for fall 2026. You will support the SAM team with regulatory documents, TMF quality reviews, and start-up tasks, while gaining hands-on experience through the SAM Training Program.

You will be exposed to real-world regulatory workflows, mentor guidance, and a structured training path designed for students pursuing life sciences with graduation expected in 2026 or 2027.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in life science field
• Graduating in December 2026 or May 2027
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Availability to work full-time (40 hours/week) in Cincinnati, OH office.

Responsibilities

• Support the study start-up team through completion of compliance tasks.
• Maintain and perform ongoing quality review of trial documents within the TMF.
• Participate in the SAM Training Program and gain hands-on exposure to the clinical trial start-up phase.

Skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in life science

Graduating Dec 2026 or May 2027

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Our clinical operations activities are growing rapidly, and we are seeking a full-time, office-based intern to support our Regulatory Submissions team within our Site Activation and Maintenance (SAM) Department for fall 2026. This group plays a key role in the study start-up/site activation process at Medpace by communicating with research sites (doctor's offices, universities, hospitals, etc.) to collect all essential documents required before the site begins to screen patients to participate in a clinical trial. The Regulatory Submissions Intern will provide support to the Regulatory Submissions Coordinators and Managers as they maintain start-up timelines, review and collect regulatory documents, and proactively identify solutions to regulatory issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the study start-up team through completion of compliance tasks
• Maintain and perform ongoing quality review of trial documents within the Trial Master File (TMF);
• Gain hands-on training and exposure to the clinical trial start-up phase through our Site Activation & Maintenance (SAM) Training Program as outlined below.

SITE ACTIVATION & MAINTENANCE (SAM) TRAINING PROGRAM

• Medpace training programs are curated to educate and support experienced associates, as well as those that are new to the industry. The SAM Training Program embraces evidence based learning & development models to advance professional learning and employee performance. In the program, you will…
• Complete independent learning modules, interactive exercises, and team workshops through the core curriculum;
• Gain exposure to real-world tasks through a robust mentoring program; and
• Join otherprofessionals revolutionizing efficient and seamless study start-up to advance clinical trials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, pursuing Bachelors degree in life science field
• Graduating in December 2026 or May 2027
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Availability to work full-time (40 hours/week) in our Cincinnati, OH office.

Travel: None

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