User Research Intern

About our Company :

Medidata is powering smarter treatments and healthier people through digital solutions to support clinical trials. Celebrating 25 years of ground-breaking technological innovation across more than 36,000 trials and 11 million patients, Medidata offers industry-leading expertise, analytics-powered insights, and one of the largest clinical trial data sets in the industry. More than 1 million users trust Medidata's seamless, end-to-end platform to improve patient experiences, accelerate clinical breakthroughs, and bring therapies to market faster. Discover more at .

The Program:

At Medidata, interns will have the opportunity to accelerate their careers by working closely with experienced professionals and gain valuable, hands-on, full-time work experience. By being a part of our global organization, interns have the opportunity to work alongside our talented and committed professionals helping them to build a strong foundation for achieving their career goals. For 12 weeks, beginning May 18, 2026, interns will have an opportunity to gain a deep understanding of what it means to be a Medidatian. United around a single goal of empowering smarter treatments and healthier people. Medidatians work in a culture of curiosity, innovation and fun. You will be contributing to the line of business with sustainable and meaningful work.

Our Summer Internship program also includes instructor led training, guided mentorship, exposure to senior leadership and community service. In addition to individual and specific related responsibilities, each intern will participate in our Intern Innovation Lab. Assigned to cross-functional teams, interns will work closely to develop an innovative solution to a business problem currently facing Medidata. As they work diligently to present their final solutions to a panel of top Medidata leaders, we are confident that our interns will make a significant impact on our business.

About the Team :

Are you a curious and motivated individual interested in exploring the world of user research within a dynamic and innovative healthcare technology company? As a User Research Intern at Medidata Solutions, you'll have the unique opportunity to learn and contribute to user-centered design practices while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Your Competencies:

• Conduct User Research: Work closely with our experienced user researchers to plan and execute user research studies. This includes user interviews, surveys, usability testing, and data analysis to gather insights into user needs and behaviors.
• Data Analysis: Analyze and synthesize research findings to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities. Present your insights to cross-functional teams to inform product and design decisions.
• Usability Testing: Plan and facilitate usability testing sessions, observing users as they interact with our products. Document findings and recommend design improvements based on user feedback.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with designers, product managers, and developers to integrate user research insights into the product development process.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of research methods, findings, and recommendations. Create comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Please include a link to your portfolio in your application or within your resume, if you have one.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in a related field such as Design Research, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or Cognitive Science.
• Strong interest in user-centered design principles and user research methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex ideas effectively.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and a quick learner.
• Proficiency in tools commonly used in user research (e.g., usability testing software- UserZoom, Usertesting, UserInterviews, Respondent, survey tools, data analysis tools- excel, file-sharing tools) is a plus.

The salary range posted below refers only to positions that will be physically based in New York, NY As with all roles, Medidata sets ranges based on a number of factors including function, level, candidate expertise and experience, and geographic location. Pay ranges for candidates in locations other than New York, NY, may differ based on the local market data in that region. The base hourly pay range for this position is $37.00 an hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Medidata are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Medidata is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information, receipt of free medical care, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Medidata will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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