As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access, and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. Conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.
Fortrea Job Description
Company Overview:
As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.
Fortrea is driving the innovation that advances healthcare solutions.
Fortrea brings together the innovation and agility of a new, global CRO backed by 30 years of experience to provide our customers comprehensive clinical development and commercialization services for biopharmaceutical products.
By merging the energy and agility of a new company with three decades of experience and unparalleled clinical data, Fortrea partners with emerging and large biopharma, medical device, and diagnostic companies to drive healthcare innovation and improve the lives of patients worldwide through:
- Clinical Development
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Therapeutic Indications
- Consulting and Regulatory Services
- Enabling Technologies
- Full and Functional Service Provider Models
We are excited to offer a 12-week remote paid (Position) Internship opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience within our Global Project Delivery Department. As an intern, you will work closely with our experienced (Position Team) to support various client engagement projects and contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge.
Global Internship Program:
Exciting Opportunity to be part of the Fortrea 2025 Global Frontline Internship Program!
We offer real work assignments that compliment an education in STEM+ Healthcare disciplines, are challenging and recognized to the organization as valuable. In addition, we encourage professional development and career exploration through program workshops, each designed to help students prepare for a thriving career in our industry.
Internship Assignment Summary:
- Establish relationships and maintain regular communication with Management's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Process and Control Owners.
- Participate in annual process/control walkthroughs with Management, Internal Audit and External Auditors.
- Collaborate with SOX Controls Director to update Management's SOX documentation: Narratives, Flowcharts, Risk Control Matrices, Owners, etc.
- Perform testing of Management's Financial and IT SOX controls to assess operational effectiveness.
- Participate in regular meetings with Management, Internal Audit, and External Auditors to debrief on SOX testing status.
- Identify opportunities to automate/simplify controls or processes.
- Support the completion of special Internal Audit projects resulting from customer requests or the internal audit findings.
- A rising junior or senior undergraduate or graduate candidate in Accounting, Finance, MIS, Business or related major. Audit related coursework a plus
- Ability to communicate with individuals across all levels of the organization (verbal and written)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- "Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit
Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an EOE/AA employer, Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.
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