IT Business Analyst Intern

Company Information 

At Advarra, we are passionate about making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health. With a rich history rooted in ethical review services combined with innovative technology solutions and deep industry expertise, we are at the forefront of industry change. A market leader and pioneer, Advarra breaks the silos that impede clinical research, aligning patients, sites, sponsors, and CROs in a connected ecosystem to accelerate trials. 

Company Culture  

Our employees are the heart of Advarra. They are the key to our success and the driving force behind our mission and vision. Our values (Patient-Centric, Ethical, Quality Focused, Collaborative) guide our actions and decisions. Knowing the impact of our work on trial participants and patients, we act with urgency and purpose to advance clinical research so that people can live happier, healthier lives.  

At Advarra, we seek to foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone is treated with respect and diverse perspectives are embraced. Treating one another, our clients, and clinical trial participants with empathy and care are key tenets of our culture at Advarra; we are committed to creating a workplace where each employee is not only valued but empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. 

Job Overview Summary 

Our Summer Intern Program is aimed at providing an enriching and mutually beneficial experience that empowers young talent with the skills, knowledge, and values needed to excel in their chosen fields and prepare them for the next step in their careers. In addition to their working teams, the cohort will have regular opportunities to engage with each other and senior leaders from across Advarra to expand their networks and exposure to the business.  

The IT Business Analyst Intern will work with the Enterprise Infrastructure Team to support a number of investigative and documentation efforts to better document and clarify IT systems and assets across Advarra. This position will work closely with the IT team and the wider business to capture and update details, update documentation, create reports, and produce other deliverables used to make more informed decisions to deliver IT services to the business. 

Job Duties & Responsibilities  

• Review assigned work in our ticketing system and keep information on assigned work up to date. 

• Evaluate existing systems and application documentation to understand the current environment. 

• With support and direction, engage areas of the business to collect updates to refresh documentation. 

• Generate reports with findings from completed work. 

• Perform other duties/projects as assigned 

Location  

This role is open to candidates working Hybrid in Columbia, Maryland.  

Basic Qualifications 

• High school diploma required  

• 1 year of work experience or pursuing an undergraduate/graduate level degree or accredited certification programs in the Information Technology or Computer related fields 

• Ability to participate in the cohort beginning Monday, June 1, 2026 and running through Friday, August 7, 2026 and work either part time or full time between the hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm EST (edit for requirements)  

• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States  

Preferred Qualifications  

• Strong verbal and written communication 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to work well in teams 

• Strong work ethic, personal integrity, and attention to detail 

• Familiar with Windows 11 and Microsoft Office Suite 

• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion within the IT department 

Physical and Mental Requirements 

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time at stationary workstation 

• Regularly carry, raise, and lower objects of up to 10 Lbs.  

• Learn and comprehend basic instructions 

• Focus and attention to tasks and responsibilities 

• Verbal communication; listening and understanding, responding, and speaking  

 

Advarra is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Advarra provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of these protected characteristics. Further, Advarra takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these protected characteristics in all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and separation from employment.