Clinical Trials Summer Internship | VCU Massey Cancer Center

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About the Rudene Mercer Haynes Clinical Trials Office Summer Internship

The Rudene Mercer Haynes Clinical Trials Office Summer Internship (CTOSI) offers college juniors and seniors interested in a career in healthcare or academic medicine exposure to clinical research. Qualified applicants must demonstrate a record of academic excellence, be intellectually curious, team oriented and demonstrate a passion for patient care. Interns will also learn about the program's namesake, Rudene Mercer Haynes, J.D.; a tireless Massey advocate committed to the service of others.

2023 internship details

Interns are invited to develop a foundational understanding of the role of clinical research in academic medicine. Features of the internship include:

Six-week, in-person learning experience in Richmond, VA from June 5 - July 14, 2023
Exposure to operational units of the clinical trials office at an academic medical center setting to learn about the various functions across teams
Participation in clinical trial activities alongside Massey leadership and interaction with clinical investigators to better understand clinical research operations within an NCI-designated cancer center
Hands-on experience approach to learning and contributing to current clinical research work being conducted at Massey
Opportunity to develop career networks with experienced clinical research professionals

Stipend award

Interns receive a stipend of $2,820 based on 30 hours of internship commitments per week. The stipend allows interns to defray the cost of housing and meals. Room and board will not be provided.

Application process and eligibility

The CTOSI is now accepting applications from college juniors and seniors exploring careers in healthcare or academic medicine. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence and an interest in clinical research. The application must be completed in its entirety and submitted by April 3, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. (EST).