About the role#
PCORI is offering a part-time, paid internship for the Spring 2027 term. This position supports our programmatic work and high-priority initiatives. You will work 20 to 30 hours per week as a temporary employee. This role is based on-site in Washington, DC.
What you'll do#
- Support our mission to produce evidence-based information for patients, caregivers, and clinicians.
- Characterize responsiveness to topic themes for funded awards and identify where funding opportunities align with these themes.
- Forecast potential synergies between topic themes.
- Draft reports, presentations, and other resources to support team decision-making.
- Collaborate with colleagues across departments on ongoing projects and organizational events.
- Contribute ideas focused on process improvement and organizational effectiveness.
- Perform additional duties and special assignments as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a master's degree program focused on health.
- Proficiency with the MS Office Suite.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Interest or experience in community outreach, qualitative data analysis, or synthesis.
- Interest or experience in policy, healthcare, or research priorities relevant to our stakeholder communities.
- Previous experience interning, working, or volunteering at organizations similar to PCORI.
- Eligibility to work in the United States and current residency within the country.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Spring 2027 (February 8, 2027, to April 23, 2027).
- Compensation: $20.50 per hour.
About Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC. Founded in 2010, the institute funds research studies to help patients and caregivers make informed healthcare decisions. It produces evidence-based information by incorporating input from patients and the broader healthcare community. The organization employs 592 people.
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