Internship

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The WI Internship program was founded in 2010 and has a strong history of training successful medical writers, many of whom are employed at WI. Each year, WI accepts new interns into the Internship Program via a rigorous application process.

The Internship program consists of both instructional and practical components. Interns are mentored one-on-one by experienced medical writers throughout the program, with increasing levels of independence as the intern becomes more experienced. The goal of the Internship program is to provide a fast-paced introduction to the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in medical writing.

Interns trained
to date

Hours of hands-on training
per intern

Hours/week minimum
commitment during internship

Month duration of the
internship program

What Will Interns at WI Learn During the Internship?

  • Regulatory writing
  • Manuscript writing
  • Safety and postmarketing writing
  • AMA style
  • Software templates
  • Guidance documents
  • Interpreting data from SAS datasets
  • Varied therapeutic areas
  • Virtual etiquette
  • Effective communication and organization strategies
  • How to work with national and global teams
  • How to lead effective meetings
  • And much more!
    • “After a long career in academia, the transition to regulatory medical writing in industry seemed unattainable. But the WI internship program made it possible because I was able to learn the skills required to be a medical writer part-time in a nurturing and supportive environment, with a flexible schedule that allowed me to continue to work full-time in academia.”
    • “The WI internship literally changed the course of my career. By immersing me in the field alongside experts who were not just willing but passionate about helping me to learn, the internship transformed me from a bench scientist to the successful writer I am today.”
    • “I was new to regulatory writing and drug development when I began the internship. WI is a fantastic place to learn from experts in both subjects within a structured, supportive, and welcoming environment.”
    • “The WI medical writing internship is a unique opportunity to learn the ropes of regulatory writing while being supported by experienced writers. My experience in the internship program was enlightening, informative, and (sometimes) even fun.”
    • “The WI internship was the perfect opportunity for me to start a second career. It’s a great way to get experience and learn how to write regulatory documents, and work with clients. The internship is structured and well thought out, and each intern is assigned a mentor who will teach you, work with you, and answer so many questions.”
    • “The WI internship program was an incredible opportunity that led me to a satisfying career in medical writing. The internal training curriculum and my supportive mentor helped me quickly become knowledgeable about regulatory medical writing. I really enjoyed the flexibility offered by the internship program, which allowed me to balance other responsibilities as I was making this career change."

    Who Are We Looking For?

    1

    PhD, MD, PharmD, or similar level scientists or clinicians, or those with similar scientific backgrounds, who are looking to transition from their current role into a career in medical writing

    2

    People with a passion for science, writing talent, a strong work ethic, and a desire to learn about regulatory writing in a fast-paced environment

    3

    Those willing to make a minimum 10 hour per week time commitment for 12 to 18 months during the internship

    In compliance with federal laws, anyone hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document upon hire.

    Important Dates

    • 1/8/24 Applications Open
    • 2/4/2024 Applications Close at 11:59 PM ET (no exceptions)
    • 2/14/2024 Request for writing assessments from selected candidates
    • 3/11/2024 to 3/29/2024 Interviews with selected candidates
    • 4/1/2024 to 4/5/2024 Notifications of selection to Internship Program
    • 4/15/2024 Tentative first day of Internship Program

    Until Applications Open

    Interested in applying for the WI Internship? Click below or email your cover letter and resume/CV to: internship@whitsellinnovations.com

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