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R&D Engineer roles in product development, materials science, and applied research qualify for CPT when your program requires hands-on experimentation as part of your coursework. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position individually, and the work must directly integrate with your enrolled curriculum, not run alongside it.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.
General Summary
Eisai is seeking a motivated and curious intern to join our Clinical IT team. In this role, you will work closely with Eisai IT Team Leads and cross-functional colleagues to assess and test various AI platforms (co-pilot, ChatGPT, Claude) for the Clinical business functions.
This internship offers a hands-on opportunity for a student currently enrolled in a technical degree program to build practical experience with AI technologies while gaining exposure to pharmaceutical R&D operations.
What You’ll Do
- Work with the Clinical IT Lead and team members to catalog use cases where AI could provide value either to IT or the business function.
- Document high level requirements and success factors for each AI use case.
- Assess, test and setup AI tools and websites for prioritized AI use cases.
- Establish prompts to build models wherever required.
- Demo AI tools to IT and business teams.
Skills You Will Gain
- Experience with various AI tools.
- Application of AI in the pharma R&D.
- Knowledge of pharma R&D processes.
Experience & Education Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or graduate degree program at an accredited academic institution in a relevant field (Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Data Science, or related discipline).
- Eligible to work in the United States.
- Must be a rising junior or senior.
- Ability to work onsite at our Nutley, NJ office three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday).
- Local candidates preferred due to the onsite requirement.
Desired Qualifications
- Willingness to be curious, work with individuals inside and outside of Security to learn about the pharma industry.
Eisai Salary Transparency Language:
The hourly rate for the R&D IT Intern - Clinical is: $25.
Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.
Eisai Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of all new hires in the United States. Please click on the following link for more information:
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At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.
General Summary
Eisai is seeking a motivated and curious intern to join our Clinical IT team. In this role, you will work closely with Eisai IT Team Leads and cross-functional colleagues to assess and test various AI platforms (co-pilot, ChatGPT, Claude) for the Clinical business functions.
This internship offers a hands-on opportunity for a student currently enrolled in a technical degree program to build practical experience with AI technologies while gaining exposure to pharmaceutical R&D operations.
What You’ll Do
- Work with the Clinical IT Lead and team members to catalog use cases where AI could provide value either to IT or the business function.
- Document high level requirements and success factors for each AI use case.
- Assess, test and setup AI tools and websites for prioritized AI use cases.
- Establish prompts to build models wherever required.
- Demo AI tools to IT and business teams.
Skills You Will Gain
- Experience with various AI tools.
- Application of AI in the pharma R&D.
- Knowledge of pharma R&D processes.
Experience & Education Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or graduate degree program at an accredited academic institution in a relevant field (Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Data Science, or related discipline).
- Eligible to work in the United States.
- Must be a rising junior or senior.
- Ability to work onsite at our Nutley, NJ office three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday).
- Local candidates preferred due to the onsite requirement.
Desired Qualifications
- Willingness to be curious, work with individuals inside and outside of Security to learn about the pharma industry.
Eisai Salary Transparency Language:
The hourly rate for the R&D IT Intern - Clinical is: $25.
Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.
Eisai Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of all new hires in the United States. Please click on the following link for more information:
Right To Work
E-Verify Participation
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Get Access To All JobsR D Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does R&D Engineer work qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the research and development work directly integrates with your enrolled curriculum. Your DSO will require a written explanation of how the role connects to your specific coursework or degree requirements. Roles involving applied research, prototype development, or technical experimentation in your field of study typically qualify, provided your program formally incorporates practical training as a component of the curriculum.
Can I work part-time as an R&D Engineer on CPT while taking classes?
Yes. CPT can be authorized as part-time, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, allowing you to work alongside your enrolled coursework. R&D Engineer positions structured around a specific project or lab rotation often accommodate part-time schedules. Your DSO authorizes the hours on your I-20, and you can't exceed what's listed without a new authorization.
How does full-time CPT in an R&D role affect my future OPT eligibility?
Twelve or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, doesn't affect OPT. If you're pursuing a multi-semester R&D co-op or internship, structure it carefully with your DSO before accepting. Many students in engineering programs opt for alternating part-time and full-time semesters to preserve their OPT for post-graduation H-1B cap-gap coverage.
What documentation do R&D employers need to onboard a CPT student?
Your employer needs your CPT-authorized I-20, which lists the employer name, work start date, end date, and whether it's part-time or full-time. The employer name on the I-20 must exactly match the hiring entity. R&D positions at companies with subcontracting arrangements sometimes create mismatches here, so confirm the legal employer name before your DSO submits the authorization.
Where can I find R&D Engineer roles open to CPT students?
Migrate Mate lets you search R&D and engineering roles filtered by employers with verified LCA filing history, which signals prior experience sponsoring international students. Not all R&D employers advertise CPT eligibility directly, so targeting those with an established international hiring track record significantly reduces the risk of an offer falling through due to authorization confusion.
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