Clinical Affairs Intern (CAI)

July 21, 2025

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Job Description

About Zimmer Biomet

Zimmer Biomet is a global medical technology leader with a nearly 100-year history. Their core mission revolves around pushing the boundaries of innovation to enhance patient mobility. They pride themselves on the statistic that a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As an employer, Zimmer Biomet emphasizes a commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people globally. They focus on their talent team by offering:

Development opportunities
Robust employee resource groups (ERGs)
• A flexible working environment
• Location-specific competitive total rewards
Wellness incentives
• A culture of recognition and performance awards

They are dedicated to fostering an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and recognized.

Job Description: Clinical Affairs Intern (CAI)

Role Title: Clinical Affairs Intern (CAI)

Reporting Structure: The Clinical Affairs Intern will work under the supervision of a Clinical Project Manager.

Core Purpose: This position is primarily responsible for providing administrative activities in support of ongoing Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and Clinical projects. These projects specifically support various business areas including hip, knees, sports medicine, trauma, and extremities.

Required Knowledge: The role requires a basic knowledge and understanding of the medical device industry, regulatory processes, product lifecycle data, and project management concepts.

Key Responsibilities & Impact:
The Clinical Affairs Intern will be instrumental in the following areas, contributing significantly to project success:

Collaborating with multiple stakeholders, particularly within the Medical Writing and Post Market Surveillance (PMS) Departments, to establish clear objectives, timelines, and milestones for projects.
Participating actively in project teams, which includes attending meetings and engaging in presentations.
Supporting team members in accurately tracking project activities and progress.
Reporting out to Leadership on the current status of projects, identifying any emerging issues, and proposing mitigations.
Optimizing product lifecycle traceability to ensure comprehensive and efficient data management.

Skills and Attributes for Success:
Candidates who stand out for this role typically possess:

Basic computer skills, specifically proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong writing and communication skills, essential for effective collaboration and reporting.
Strong interpersonal skills for working effectively within teams and with various stakeholders.
Strong Analytical Skills with a keen affinity for details.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work with changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
Strong organizational, teamwork, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to work autonomously and efficiently on specific assigned tasks.
Ability to adapt and work effectively with rapid changes.
Ability to learn regulations pertinent to medical devices and the basics of medical device regulations.
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines, often working closely with Regulatory Affairs Specialists and Managers.

Required Background & Qualifications:

• Must be actively enrolled in an academic program for the entire duration of the assignment.
• Must be available to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the co-op session.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship.
• Must be actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in health, life sciences, or engineering disciplines.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.

Travel Expectations:
The role may require up to 5% travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Zimmer Biomet is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants of all genders, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability).