Overview
Spain Internship Program, Clinical Operations Intern (6 months). Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our Spain Internship Program is designed to help early-career professionals contribute to solutions that transform patient lives. We’ll provide you with the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make innovative contributions. Location: Valencia, Spain. Duration: 6 months internship, 30-40 hours/week. Start Date: October 1, 2026. Please apply in English!
What to expect from your internship
Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. We generate extensive clinical evidence to demonstrate the effectiveness and safety of our innovations and how our products transform patients’ lives. As part of our Clinical Operations team, you’ll hone your scientific curiosity and passion for evaluating data to increase access to pioneering technologies for patients in need. In close partnership with principal investigators, dedicated medical professionals, patient advocacy groups, and regulatory authorities, you will explore the evidence needed to optimize patient outcomes.
How you’ll make an impact
- Assist in the review of clinical study documentation (e.g., EFS, pivotal studies) to support accuracy, completeness, and adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP), under guidance from the team.
- Support quality control activities by performing basic document checks and identifying inconsistencies or missing information, escalating as needed.
- Help organize, upload, and maintain clinical trial documents within eTMF and/or CTMS systems, ensuring alignment with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to maintaining inspection-ready files by ensuring documents are appropriately filed, version-controlled, and traceable.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Clinical Operations, Study Teams, Compliance) to gain exposure to end-to-end clinical trial processes.
What you’ll need
- Currently enrolled in a university degree enabling curricular or extracurricular internships.
- Technical background, preferably in Pharmacy or Biomedical Engineering.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with different document types.
- Good organizational skills and ability to manage repetitive tasks in a structured manner.
- Strong written communication skills in English.
- Basic understanding of ERP systems and Good Documentation Practices.
- Interest in clinical trials, Artificial Intelligence, systems integrity, regulatory, and process improvement.
- Structured, methodical, and reliable working style.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional and international teams.
What we offer
Hands-on experience on the clinical studies lifecycle and how to ensure a compliant body of evidence in accordance with regulatory requirements. Project mentoring and supervision, with continuous technical and professional guidance. Real experience in a global medical technology company. Potential professional continuity after the internship.
About Edwards Lifesciences in Spain
As a general leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. We offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).
Unique Benefits for Interns in Spain
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Flexible working hours
- Meal vouchers
- Comprehensive Wellness Program, including gym membership, reimbursement, fresh fruit in the office, yoga lessons, subsidized massages, mindfulness sessions, educational events, charity activities, and more.
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