The Technology Intern will support IT initiatives within Acadia’s Research & Development (R&D) function by assisting Business Partners and Business Analysts with requirements, documentation, and project execution. This position will provide hands-on exposure to R&D business functions and applications used in the area.
Learn more about our internship program here.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist Information Technology Business Partners and Business Analysts with gathering and analyzing business requirements, documenting and maintaining project documentation, researching and learning technology solutions, preparing presentations and reports, and participating in project and team meetings.
- Assist with various tasks for Hypercare support for one of the Veeva implementations.
- Support the implementation of the Clinical Command Center project. An initiative to centralize all Clinical Operations Data, by assisting the Information Technology Business Partners through the project lifecycle with tasks not limited to gathering and analyzing requirements, documenting and maintaining project documentation, researching and learning the platform for the project, preparing presentations or report and participating in project and team meetings.
- Opportunity to shadow and support a highly technical data migration project for the Biostatistics group in R&D.
- Learn and participate in the change management process for various system enhancements.
- Participates in team meetings, planning sessions, and strategic discussions to gain exposure to business operations and contribute insights where appropriate.
- Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and alignment with company values in all interactions.
- Completes a capstone project or final presentation summarizing internship contributions and key learnings
Education/Experience/Skills:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with some completed course work in Information Systems and Project Management.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
- Prior internship, leadership experience, campus involvement, or project-based work preferred.
- Interest in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry strongly preferred.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment.
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements:
This role involves regular standing, walking, sitting, and the use of hands for handling or operating equipment. The employee may also need to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and maintain visual, verbal, and auditory communication both in a standard office environment and while working independently from remote locations. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedule or business needs.
In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.
What we offer US-based Employees:
- Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
- 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
- 15+ vacation days
- 13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
- 10 days of paid sick time
- Paid parental leave benefit
- Tuition assistance
EEO Statement (US-based Employees): Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in the exact way they are described in job postings. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company, and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way. We strongly encourage you to apply, especially if the reason you are the best candidate isn’t exactly what we describe here.
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