Clinical Data Analyst Internships
Clinical data analyst internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working with real clinical datasets, mentorship from working data analysts and biostatisticians, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, with World Bank, NIO, and Calstart among the employers posting roles now.
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CALSTART is a mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all.
For over 30 years, it’s been CALSTART’s mission to develop, assess, and implement large-scale, zero-emission transportation solutions to mitigate climate change and support economic growth. CALSTART works with businesses, organizations, governments, and communities to create real-life impact toward clean air and equitable access to clean transportation for all. CALSTART provides scientific, technical and policy support for regulatory development and clean technology and infrastructure acceleration.
Intern Project- What You'll Do:
- Support the development of a knowledge and tools repository focused on freight corridor electrification deployments, including researching and organizing relevant data and resources, and refining and compiling existing tools.
- Support the development of a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model that assesses the impact of different policy measures on vehicle economics (e.g., road charges, feebates, etc.) for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, incorporating key vehicle, energy, infrastructure, operational, and financing parameters.
- Translate analytical results into clear visualizations, summaries, and user-friendly outputs for policymakers and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate with members of the Drive to Zero team and other CALSTART teams to prepare existing tools and resources for global adaptation and replication.
- Support other research and analytical activities related to zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, infrastructure, and enabling policy as needed.
Intern Project Key Deliverables:
Toolkit for freight corridor electrification deployments
Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in, or recent completion of, a Master's degree in engineering, energy, transportation, environmental science, economics, data science, public policy, or a related field.
- Experience developing quantitative models, particularly TCO, techno-economic, financial, or policy-impact models.
- Familiarity with web-based tools, databases, dashboards, or digital knowledge platforms.
- Knowledge of zero emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, transportation electrification, charging infrastructure, or energy systems.
- Familiarity with clean transportation policies and the role of incentives, taxation, regulation, and other policy mechanisms in influencing vehicle economics.
- Experience translating analytical work into intuitive and user-friendly tools or visualizations.
- Interest in working in an international environment and supporting governments and other stakeholders in the transition to zero-emission transportation.
- Weekly Minimum Hours of Availability: 15-20
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Please be aware of recruiting scams!
CALSTART is a mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all.
For over 30 years, it’s been CALSTART’s mission to develop, assess, and implement large-scale, zero-emission transportation solutions to mitigate climate change and support economic growth. CALSTART works with businesses, organizations, governments, and communities to create real-life impact toward clean air and equitable access to clean transportation for all. CALSTART provides scientific, technical and policy support for regulatory development and clean technology and infrastructure acceleration.
Intern Project- What You'll Do:
- Support the development of a knowledge and tools repository focused on freight corridor electrification deployments, including researching and organizing relevant data and resources, and refining and compiling existing tools.
- Support the development of a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model that assesses the impact of different policy measures on vehicle economics (e.g., road charges, feebates, etc.) for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, incorporating key vehicle, energy, infrastructure, operational, and financing parameters.
- Translate analytical results into clear visualizations, summaries, and user-friendly outputs for policymakers and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate with members of the Drive to Zero team and other CALSTART teams to prepare existing tools and resources for global adaptation and replication.
- Support other research and analytical activities related to zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, infrastructure, and enabling policy as needed.
Intern Project Key Deliverables:
Toolkit for freight corridor electrification deployments
Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in, or recent completion of, a Master's degree in engineering, energy, transportation, environmental science, economics, data science, public policy, or a related field.
- Experience developing quantitative models, particularly TCO, techno-economic, financial, or policy-impact models.
- Familiarity with web-based tools, databases, dashboards, or digital knowledge platforms.
- Knowledge of zero emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, transportation electrification, charging infrastructure, or energy systems.
- Familiarity with clean transportation policies and the role of incentives, taxation, regulation, and other policy mechanisms in influencing vehicle economics.
- Experience translating analytical work into intuitive and user-friendly tools or visualizations.
- Interest in working in an international environment and supporting governments and other stakeholders in the transition to zero-emission transportation.
- Weekly Minimum Hours of Availability: 15-20
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Clinical Data Analyst Internship Market
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Tips for Your Clinical Data Analyst Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think you need to
Large employers in pharma, clinical research, and health systems recruit summer clinical data analyst interns the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Build your application materials before you think you need them so you can move when roles open.
Build a portfolio before you need a resume
Hiring teams reviewing clinical data analyst intern candidates expect limited work history and look for evidence of skill instead. Document two or three end-to-end projects using SAS, R, Python, or SQL, include real clinical or public health datasets where possible, and link the work from a GitHub repository or written case study so recruiters can assess it directly.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never appear at fairs.
Practice the clinical data analyst intern interview out loud
Most clinical data analyst intern screens involve a technical component, typically SQL queries, data manipulation problems, or a short take-home analysis, followed by questions about your reasoning process. Practice explaining your approach aloud as you work through problems, since interviewers weigh how you think about data quality and methodology as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured cohort programs at larger employers first
Many large pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and health systems run formal rotational or cohort-based internship programs designed to train people new to clinical data analysis. These programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones that align with your skills and apply in the first wave rather than waiting until general openings appear.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 0% of the clinical data analyst internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start sorting through listings so you are not evaluating roles you cannot take. Filter by location and work type at the start of each search session to keep your shortlist accurate and your time focused.
Clinical Data Analyst Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clinical data analyst internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For clinical data analyst candidates, a linked GitHub repository with documented data cleaning, analysis, or visualization projects gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a clinical data analyst internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For clinical data analyst interns, what actually drives it is consistent performance on real project deliverables, available headcount on the team at the time of your offer window, and return-offer timing that often falls mid-internship. Position for one by doing the work well, without counting on it as a given.
When should I apply for clinical data analyst internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers in pharma, healthcare, and clinical research organizations recruit summer clinical data analyst interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies, contract research organizations, and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round and it pays to check regularly rather than waiting for a single recruiting season.
Are clinical data analyst internships paid?
Most professional clinical data analyst internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Academic medical center internships and some nonprofit roles may be unpaid or stipend-based, so check the listing details before applying if compensation is a deciding factor for you.
What should a clinical data analyst internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used, such as SAS, R, Python, or SQL, and link to where the work lives, whether that is a GitHub repository, a published analysis, or a case study write-up. Add relevant coursework in biostatistics, epidemiology, or clinical research methods, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote clinical data analyst internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the clinical data analyst internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw a national applicant pool, so apply early once you spot a fit and use the work-type filter to see only remote or hybrid roles without sorting through positions you cannot take.
Can international students get clinical data analyst internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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