Research Assistant – Summer 2026 COACH College Program

Status

Part-Time

Standard Hours per Week

35

Job Posting Category

Administration

Job Posting Description

The opportunity 
The College COACH summer internship is a paid program running from Monday, June 8-Friday, August 14, 2026. In addition to on-the-job training and work experience, the program includes workshops and additional development programs. College students will work 35 hours/week. Interns will earn $17.50-$21.50/hour. 
This role is hybrid (3-4 days/week onsite) at 401 Park Drive, Boston. Specific work hours will be determined by the supervisor. 
What you’ll do 

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical research while working closely with experienced professionals
• Assisting with data collection and entry, conducting literature reviews, and supporting study coordination activities such as scheduling meetings and preparing documentation
• Prepare datasets for analysis, draft summaries and reports, and contribute to internal presentations
• Regular participation in team meetings and collaboration with faculty and staff
• Exposure to the research process and an opportunity to develop practical skills that will support future career growth
• Attend a 2-day program orientation and onboarding 
• Participate in virtual and in-person workshops and activities 

• Hands-on experience in clinical research, including data collection and management, literature review, and preparing datasets for analysis
• Learn strategies for handling missing data, maintaining data integrity, and supporting project coordination
• Develop communication, collaboration, and professional skills by working closely with faculty and participating in team meetings, providing a strong foundation for future research and healthcare careers
• Increase knowledge of healthcare career pathways 

• Professional development 

• Opportunity to present your learnings at the end of the program 

• Peer cohort and cohort mentor to support learning and development 

• MBTA Link pass for June-August 2026 

• You are an undergraduate college student in good academic standing and will be enrolled in a two-or four-year program for Fall 2026, and you are interested in working in healthcare
• Demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, and initiative in learning new skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office tools, basic research methods, and data entry, as well as willing to learn new software or research platforms
• Time management and organizational skills are essential to balance multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Internship opportunities: We encourage students to review the posted COACH internship opportunities and to apply to no more than three postings.  

• Resume review & interviews: Applications will be reviewed, and screenings and interviews will be scheduled as appropriate. Resumes are required; if you need assistance developing a resume, please engage with your school career center or contact coach@childrens.harvard.edu. 

• Offer decision: We will follow up within one week of your interview. Decisions regarding program acceptance will be made in March. 

• Onboarding: Those selected for the internship program will complete onboarding by May to ensure a smooth start to the program. This includes: 

• Scheduling an appointment during one of our on-site onboarding days 

• Obtaining appropriate work permits and documentation, as needed 

• Health records 

• Proof of Employment Eligibility 

• Media release