Summer 2026 Student Internship - Clinical Trials & Research Assistant Job at Versiti, Inc., Wauwatosa, WI

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  • Versiti, Inc.
  • Wauwatosa, WI

Job Description

Overview

Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.

Position Summary

Versiti was founded with the belief that together, our blood centers can better serve patients' urgent need for life-saving healthcare. We love what we do, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join the Versiti family. We foster a virbrant environment that affirms each employee's dignity and worth, and we offer a chance to work with a team of compassionate people who provide lifesaving blood to our communities daily.

What you can expect in this position: Under the direction of the Manager/Supervisor, performs assigned tasks and/or projects related to the area-specific internship. The Clinical Trials & Research Assistant Internship is responsible for handling a variety of administrative tasks associated with research studies including processing specimens, entering data, maintaining files, etc. Proficiently performs phlebotomy, apheresis, collection of blood products and other biomaterials, and the protocols or studies under which subjects are consented and collected. Ensures a customer focused approach is implemented and systematically analyzes customer requests and information while adhering to all applicable compliance requirements. This position is responsible for handling these clearly delineated tasks/projects as delegated by and with guidance from department leadership. Here at Versiti, we are blood health innovators who enhance lives through discovery, diagnosis, and treatment. We are excited to share this with you through the Clinical Trials & Research Assistant Internship.

When will you work?
This is a full-time, 40 hour per week internship, working Monday-Friday. The internship will begin on June 1st, 2026. Our 10 - week summer internships are designed to provide hands-on, project-based experience in various areas of our business. We also have a required internship summit that will take place in Milwaukee, WI on June 9th - June 11th. Transportation, hotel, and meals will be provided for all interns across the Versiti footprint.

Our Mission:
We are Blood Health Innovators who enhance lives through discovery, diagnosis, and treatment.

Our Vision:
We will expand the frontiers of patient health through the integration of science, medicine, and service.

Additional Information:
The hiring process will consist of a phone and in-person interview, background checks, and drug test screening. Please apply if you are willing to participate in this process.

Responsibilities

  • Collects biospecimens using a variety of methods, including phlebotomy with or without automation, for use in research and further manufacturing. Uses independent judgement to adjust processes to optimize efficiency and accommodate specific requirements for a wide variety of contract collections and/or specific research protocols (including processing, labeling, storage and shipments).
  • Organize, prioritize, problem solve and accurately complete project tasks and responsibilities so that the critical project goals and timelines that are inherent in research studies are met
  • Under general supervision, may process specimens as directed which may include receiving, storing, shipping, tracking, collection, and/or specified technical procedures
  • Completes a variety of administrative tasks to support the research team, such as scheduling visits, handling telephones and voicemail, lab walk-throughs, errands, etc.
  • Participate in cross functional CapStone Intern Project with report out to Executive Leadership.
  • Maintains effective communication with internal and external stakeholder via email, phone and in person meetings.
  • Participate and contribute to department meetings, execute on goals and objectives to deliver outstanding results.
  • Assists with special projects as assigned.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
  • Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
  • Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures

Qualifications

Education
  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university program in a related field of the internship required


Experience

  • Completed a minimum of 2 years in college/university in a related field of study for the internship preferred
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills preferred
  • Basic computer programming skills and ability to work in a Unix environment preferred


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Effective communication skills preferred
  • Ability to be customer-focused and follow through on requests promptly preferred
  • Strong organizational skills preferred
  • Ability to quickly and accurately understand instructions and then work independently on assignments preferred
  • Ability to handle confidential information appropriately preferred
  • Demonstrates keen attention to detail preferred


Tools and Technology

  • Personal and Network Computer required
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) required
  • Printer, fax, and copy machines required
  • Multiple phone lines required

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Internship, Summer internship, Monday to Friday,

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