Local Innovation Trainee Clinical Study Unit
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About the Role
Are you passionate about healthcare innovation and curious about how new ideas become real-world improvements for patients and healthcare professionals?
The Clinical Study Unit (CSU) Belgium, part of Sanofi's North Europe MCO, is looking for a Local Innovation Trainee to join the team for a 6-month internship starting in September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of clinical research, digital innovation, and healthcare transformation. You'll contribute to projects that explore new ways of supporting clinical studies, improving collaboration with healthcare professionals, and shaping the future of clinical research in Belgium.
From helping implement digital solutions such as the electronic Investigator Site File (eISF) to exploring innovative approaches for engaging investigators and study teams, you'll work on projects with real business impact while building valuable experience in one of the world's leading healthcare companies.
If you're naturally curious, enjoy connecting with people, and love turning ideas into action, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Working On
Throughout your internship, you'll have the opportunity to:
Support innovation initiatives that enhance the delivery of clinical studies in Belgium.
Contribute to the implementation of digital solutions, including the electronic Investigator Site File (eISF) in Veeva.
Help develop innovative engagement approaches for investigators and clinical study sites.
Research emerging technologies, digital tools, and best practices that could improve the clinical research experience for healthcare professionals.
Connect with healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and study coordinators, to better understand their needs and identify opportunities for innovation.
Analyse industry trends and translate insights into recommendations that support future innovation projects.
We're looking for students who are excited by innovation, enjoy solving problems, and want to make a meaningful contribution from day one.
Currently completing a Master's degree, ideally in Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Healthcare Management, Innovation Management, or a related discipline.
Your internship must be part of your academic programme or approved by your university.
Skills & Competencies
You'll thrive in this role if you are:
Fluent in Dutch and English (written and spoken).
Knowledge of French is a plus.
Curious about healthcare, science, innovation, and technology.
Proactive, self-driven, and comfortable taking ownership of your work.
A confident communicator who enjoys building relationships and networking with others.
Comfortable conducting independent research and presenting your ideas.
Adaptable, collaborative, and eager to learn in a dynamic international environment.
At Sanofi, our Early Careers programmes are designed to give you more than just an internship.
You'll gain:
Meaningful work on projects that create real value for patients and healthcare professionals.
Exposure to clinical research, healthcare innovation, and digital transformation.
The opportunity to build your professional network across Sanofi and the wider healthcare ecosystem.
A structured Early Careers onboarding and Learning & Development programme focused on communication, collaboration, and personal growth.
Regular coaching and mentoring to support your development.
A chance to develop skills that will help launch your career in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.
We're looking for people who are:
Curious and eager to learn.
Passionate about improving healthcare.
Comfortable taking initiative and exploring new ideas.
Collaborative and open to different perspectives.
Ready to challenge themselves and make an impact from day one.
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