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Medical Writer roles in the U.S. are available to international professionals through the J-1 visa under the Trainee or Research Scholar program category, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019 and oversee compliance. Use Migrate Mate to find host employers offering J-1 sponsorship for this role.
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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.
About the Internship
The Medical Affairs Summer Internship provides early exposure to the role of Medical Affairs within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology organization. This program is designed for pharmacy students between their first and second professional years who are interested in learning how scientific evidence, clinical practice, and strategic communication come together in industry settings. Interns will gain hands-on experience supporting Medical Affairs projects while learning from experienced medical and scientific professionals. This is a Nutley-based Internship within our Medical Affairs Department. Our Hybrid Work Schedule in office days are Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays. The duration of the internship is 12 weeks. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy (PharmD program), preferably having completed at least one professional year.
What You Will Learn
- Understand the role and impact of Medical Affairs in the pharmaceutical industry
- Learn how clinical evidence is evaluated and communicated
- Develop foundational skills in medical writing and scientific presentations
- Observe cross-functional collaboration with other teams, including Market Access, Commercial, Clinical, etc.
- Explore career pathways within Medical Affairs
Key Responsibilities and Sample Projects
- Support development of disease state or therapeutic area overview materials
- Summarize and analyze primary medical literature
- Assist with medical information–style responses under supervision
- Contribute to digital social media listening and content creation
- Conduct literature searches in support of Medical Affairs initiatives
- Participate in AI human-in-the-loop implementation and testing
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities
Internship Structure
- Orientation and compliance training at the start of the program
- Project-based work with defined deliverables
- Regular mentorship check-ins with Medical Affairs professionals
- Educational sessions covering various Medical Affairs roles
- End-of-program capstone presentation to Medical Affairs leadership
Qualifications
Required:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program
- Completion of first professional year (P1) by internship start
- Strong interest in Medical Affairs or the pharmaceutical industry
- Ability to interpret, analyze, and summarize scientific literature
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
- Interest in Medical Affairs, scientific communications, or other Pharmacist industry roles
- Experience with literature evaluation or presentations
What You Will Gain
- Early exposure to Medical Affairs as a pharmacy career path
- Development of scientific communication skills
- Professional mentorship and career guidance
- Insight into fellowship, rotation, or entry-level Medical Affairs opportunities
Application Requirements
Please submit the following with your application:
- Resume or CV
- A Cover Letter with a statement of interest (1 page or less) describing your interest in Medical Affairs and what you hope to gain from the internship
Eisai Salary Transparency Language:
The hourly rate for the Medical Affairs Summer Internship (PharmD Students – P1 to P2) 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.
About the Internship
The Medical Affairs Summer Internship provides early exposure to the role of Medical Affairs within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology organization. This program is designed for pharmacy students between their first and second professional years who are interested in learning how scientific evidence, clinical practice, and strategic communication come together in industry settings. Interns will gain hands-on experience supporting Medical Affairs projects while learning from experienced medical and scientific professionals. This is a Nutley-based Internship within our Medical Affairs Department. Our Hybrid Work Schedule in office days are Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays. The duration of the internship is 12 weeks. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy (PharmD program), preferably having completed at least one professional year.
What You Will Learn
- Understand the role and impact of Medical Affairs in the pharmaceutical industry
- Learn how clinical evidence is evaluated and communicated
- Develop foundational skills in medical writing and scientific presentations
- Observe cross-functional collaboration with other teams, including Market Access, Commercial, Clinical, etc.
- Explore career pathways within Medical Affairs
Key Responsibilities and Sample Projects
- Support development of disease state or therapeutic area overview materials
- Summarize and analyze primary medical literature
- Assist with medical information–style responses under supervision
- Contribute to digital social media listening and content creation
- Conduct literature searches in support of Medical Affairs initiatives
- Participate in AI human-in-the-loop implementation and testing
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities
Internship Structure
- Orientation and compliance training at the start of the program
- Project-based work with defined deliverables
- Regular mentorship check-ins with Medical Affairs professionals
- Educational sessions covering various Medical Affairs roles
- End-of-program capstone presentation to Medical Affairs leadership
Qualifications
Required:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program
- Completion of first professional year (P1) by internship start
- Strong interest in Medical Affairs or the pharmaceutical industry
- Ability to interpret, analyze, and summarize scientific literature
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
- Interest in Medical Affairs, scientific communications, or other Pharmacist industry roles
- Experience with literature evaluation or presentations
What You Will Gain
- Early exposure to Medical Affairs as a pharmacy career path
- Development of scientific communication skills
- Professional mentorship and career guidance
- Insight into fellowship, rotation, or entry-level Medical Affairs opportunities
Application Requirements
Please submit the following with your application:
- Resume or CV
- A Cover Letter with a statement of interest (1 page or less) describing your interest in Medical Affairs and what you hope to gain from the internship
Eisai Salary Transparency Language:
The hourly rate for the Medical Affairs Summer Internship (PharmD Students – P1 to P2) 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 JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Medical Writer
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Medical writing sits at the intersection of science and regulatory communication. Document your degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or medicine alongside any publications, clinical trial documentation, or regulatory submissions to demonstrate the specialized knowledge J-1 training plans require.
Determine your J-1 category before targeting employers
If you're a current student, the Intern category applies. If you've completed your degree within the past 12 months and have relevant field experience, the Trainee category is the correct fit. Approaching host employers with the wrong category wastes time on both sides.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1 compatible host employers
Not every pharma or CRO employer has experience hosting J-1 Trainees in medical writing roles. Use Migrate Mate to surface U.S. organizations that have demonstrated openness to J-1 exchange visitor arrangements for this specific job function.
Prepare a draft Individual Development Plan early
Your designated sponsor will require a structured training plan before issuing the DS-2019. Draft a timeline showing which medical writing competencies you'll develop at the host site, including document types (CSRs, IB, protocols) so your sponsor can approve it quickly.
Confirm your host employer will sign the training agreement
The host organization must formally agree to supervise your exchange program and sign the training plan your designated sponsor prepares. Raise this in early offer-stage conversations, not after you've accepted, since some employers are unfamiliar with this host-sponsor distinction.
Check whether your role triggers the two-year home residency requirement
J-1 Trainees funded by their home government or working in a field on the DOL's exchange visitor skills list may face a two-year home residency requirement before switching to H-1B or a green card. Verify your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
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Find Medical Writer JobsMedical Writer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Medical Writer roles?
The Trainee category fits most early-career medical writers who have a relevant degree and fewer than five years of post-graduation experience. The Research Scholar category applies if your role involves original scientific research at a university or research institute rather than regulatory documentation for a commercial sponsor. Current students doing a structured placement may qualify under the Intern category instead.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Medical Writer?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, IIE, or AIPT issue your DS-2019 form and hold legal responsibility for your exchange program. Your employer is the host site. Both roles are distinct, and your employer must formally agree to the host arrangement before the sponsor can issue your DS-2019.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host J-1 Medical Writers?
Pharma companies, contract research organizations, and medical communications agencies are the most common host employers for J-1 Trainees in medical writing. Many have no prior experience with J-1 hosting, so identifying ones that are already open to exchange visitor arrangements saves significant time. Migrate Mate lets you filter for roles and employers that align with J-1 sponsorship, which narrows the field considerably.
What documents do I need before approaching a host employer?
Prepare a portfolio of regulatory or scientific writing samples, your academic transcripts, and a written outline of the training objectives you want to achieve in the U.S. Your designated sponsor will require a detailed Individual Development Plan before issuing the DS-2019, and having a draft ready before the offer stage shows host employers you understand how the J-1 Trainee program works.
Can a J-1 Medical Writer later transfer to an H-1B or stay permanently?
It depends on whether the two-year home residency requirement applies to your situation. If it does, you must return home for two years before USCIS will approve a change of status to H-1B or most immigrant visas. A waiver is possible in some cases, but approval is not guaranteed. Confirm your residency obligation with your designated sponsor as early in the process as possible.
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