Patient-Centered Outcomes Assessment Internship

RTI International (RTI) is both a global research institute and a leading international development organization based out of North Carolina. At RTI, you will find work you believe in, tackling some of the most complex global challenges of our time. Our mission is to impact the wellbeing of 1 billion people by 2030 through science-based solutions in climate, education, health, and equity. Our staff promotes meaningful change around the world helping people live healthier, more productive, and more independent lives.

RTI International seeks a prospect for the Patient-Centered Outcomes Assessment Internship within the Health Solutions business unit.

The Health Solutions' Patient-Centered Outcomes Assessment (PCOA) Team provides a comprehensive set of services to capture the patient voice in clinical trials, observational research, and clinical practice.

Internship Learning Objectives:

• Develop ability to critically evaluate scientific publications
• Receive training on how the patient-experience influences drug development
• Grow knowledge in the US drug approval process

The Intern will support research efforts focused on enhancing the quality of patient-reported outcomes in scientific publications related to cancer.

Responsibilities include:

• Carry out literature search related to reporting of tolerability in scientific journals
• Investigate reporting of quality-of-life findings in cancer journals
• Contribute to updating a slide-deck related to cancer-related tolerability

Additional Information

The virtual paid internship will take place from June 2025 through September 2025. The internship requires a minimum commitment of 40 hours per week. Hours are flexible during business hours, Monday through Friday.

RTI's Internship Program emphasizes experiential and mentored learning experiences. Interns are exposed to the institute's mission to improve the human condition through projects, professional development trainings, and networking. Program participants have opportunities to engage with staff and fellow interns virtually and in-person.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate scientific degree program
• Academic or professional experience in research methodology
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Ability to be organized
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and in a team setting

As a global employer of choice, RTI is committed to belonging in the workplace and the communities and markets where we serve our mission. We value diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective and welcome applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, creed, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws or RTI policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further information is available here.

RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach and one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development. We believe in the promise of science, and we are inspired every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses around the world. For more information, visit www.rti.org.