IT Intern - AI & Transformation

About the role

Kickstart your career with WEP Clinical, a global specialist Contract Research Organization (CRO) dedicated to keeping the patient at the center of everything we do. We partner with Sponsors to deliver drug development, treatment access, and commercialization solutions, helping patients worldwide gain access to life-changing therapies.

Role Objectives

The IT Intern - AI & Transformation will support the Information Technology function by partnering with cross-functional departments to identify opportunities where AI and automation can streamline work, improve data-driven decision-making, and enable digital transformation. This role provides hands-on experience in AI-enabled tools, process and workflow automation, Python scripting, data analysis, and system optimization, within a responsible-AI framework and a GxP-regulated environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Curious and eager to learn
• Able to take initiative and contribute ideas
• Professional, reliable, and accountable
• Team player who collaborates well with others
• Adaptable and open to feedback

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to understand workflows, pain points and manual processes, and identify high-value opportunities for AI and automation.
• Gather and document business and technical requirements, use cases and success measures for automation and AI-enabled solutions.
• Design, build and maintain workflow automations using Python and low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Power Automate, Power Apps) to eliminate repetitive manual tasks.
• Evaluate, prototype, test and help implement AI-enabled tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, generative AI assistants and machine learning services), under appropriate supervision and in accordance with company policies.
• Develop prompts, agents and AI-assisted workflows that improve productivity, and document guidance and best practices for their use.
• Apply responsible-AI principles, including data privacy, security, accuracy validation and human oversight, and support compliance with company policy and GxP/regulatory expectations.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries and data pipelines to extract, transform and prepare data from multiple sources for analytics, automation and AI use cases.
• Support data analysis initiatives by identifying trends, insights and opportunities for process improvement and measurable efficiency gains, and present automation impact and insights to technical and non-technical audiences through dashboards and visualizations in Tableau or Power BI (or similar tools).
• Support system integrations, API-based connections and enhancements under the guidance of senior IT or data team members.
• Track and report benefits of automation and AI initiatives (e.g., time saved, error reduction, adoption), and contribute to the transformation roadmap.
• Prepare and maintain documentation, including process maps, technical notes, testing evidence and user guidance, and support change management and user training.
• Participate in project meetings, provide status updates and contribute ideas to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics, Engineering or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into automation and AI-enabled solutions.
• Demonstrated interest and curiosity in AI, automation and emerging technologies, a willingness to keep learning, and awareness of responsible and ethical AI use, including data privacy, security and the limitations of AI outputs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once, work independently and contribute effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Technical Skills and Strengths

• Experience with Python for scripting, automation and data analysis, and working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Understanding of data fundamentals, including data cleaning, transformation and reporting, and familiarity with Tableau, Power BI or other data visualization and business intelligence tools.
• Familiarity with generative AI tools, prompt engineering and AI assistants such as Microsoft Copilot, along with exposure to AI and machine learning concepts, tools or frameworks.
• Familiarity with workflow automation or low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Power Automate, Power Apps), and a basic understanding of systems, data flows and technology-enabled process improvement.

Preferred (Desirable)

• Experience with APIs, ETL processes, RPA or data integration tools, and exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure) and cloud-based AI services.
• Understanding of AI governance, data protection or regulated (GxP) environments.
• Prior internship, academic project or practical experience involving AI, automation, data or systems.

Additional information

Location eligibility applies. Candidates must reside in a U.S. state where the company is authorized to hire. This role is not eligible for residents of: California, Colorado, New York, Washington, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Illinois, Hawaii, and District of Columbia.

What We Offer

• Paid Internship
• Paid Time Off & Sick Time

Medical Benefits

Volunteer Day

What Sets Us Apart

WEP Clinical partners with biopharmaceutical Sponsors to help them bring treatments closer to the patients who need them most. Through end-to-end clinical trial delivery, home health services, expanded access programs, and market access consultancy, we provide flexible, fit-for-purpose solutions that support drug development, improve access, and help therapies reach the right patients at the right time.

With more than 15 years of global experience, we have supported programs across 150+ countries, combining operational scale with the agility and personalized service of a specialized provider. Our work helps bridge critical gaps in care, ensuring safe, ethical, and efficient access to promising new treatments.

How We Work at WEP Clinical

At WEP Clinical, we look for individuals who are conscientious, exercise sound judgment, and engage with others thoughtfully and professionally. We believe excellence is achieved through integrity, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives - and we are committed to helping our people grow and succeed in an inclusive, supportive environment.

• Our Services Include: Access Programs
• Clinical Trial Services
• Patient Site Solutions
• Clinical Trial Supply
• Market Access and Commercialization