at University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Summer 2026 C-Clear Paid Summer Internship Cancer Center
Department:
SOM KC Cancer Center Clinical Trials
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Clinical Research - Temps
Position Title:
Summer 2026 C-Clear Paid Summer Internship - Cancer Center
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff, Students & GRA/GTA/GA
Job Description Summary:
The C-CLEAR Summer Intern will participate in structured learning activities, assist with basic research operational tasks, and support assigned projects under the direct supervision of the Executive Director of Research Operations and the Research Training & Education team within The University of Kansas Cancer Center. This position is designed for students exploring career pathways in clinical research and includes training, job shadowing, and professional development experiences.
The C-CLEAR program is an 8-week program and will run from June 1-July 24. Applicants must complete the entire 8 weeks of the program.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 25, 2026.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center, where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials, and world-class research.
Job Description:
Job Duties
Training & Coursework
- Complete required program modules, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP), human subjects' protection, clinical research fundamentals, and oncology basics.
- Submit weekly assignments, self-assessments, and reflections aligned with program objectives.
Project Support
- Assist with basic project tasks under staff supervision, which may include literature reviews, drafting plain-language educational materials, process documentation, and data organization.
- Support community-engaged research or outreach-related activities as assigned.
Professional Development
- Attend scheduled workshops, career panels, and mentoring sessions.
- Participate in resume building, skill assessments, or other development activities.
Capstone Presentation
- Prepare and deliver a final capstone presentation summarizing internship learning outcomes and project contributions.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Currently enrolled students (minimum 60 credit hours) in an accredited undergraduate program.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
This internship requires enrollment for a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.
Work Experience:
- Interest in oncology, clinical research, public health, health equity, or related fields as evidenced by coursework, degree, or application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
Work Experience:
- Prior exposure to research and patient care through coursework, volunteer and shadow experiences and laboratory.
Skills
- Communication.
- Computer skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Confidentiality.
Candidate must submit the following in ordered to be considered:
***Please ensure all the requested materials below are ready before submitting your application. Unfortunately, you are unable to attach any documentation after you submit your application.
- Resume.
- Cover letter stating:
- Why you are applying.
- Career Goals.
- Interest(s) in clinical research and cancer.
- Why you believe you are an ideal candidate for the C-CLEAR Program.
- What you wish to obtain from participating in the C-CLEAR Program.
- Current GPA ( The finalist will be asked to provide a copy of transcripts directly to Human Resources. Please do not upload transcripts with your application.)
- Why you are applying.
- 2 letters of recommendation from faculty members.
Employee Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$7.25 - $25.00
Minimum
$7.25
Midpoint
$16.12
Maximum
$25.00
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Summer-2026-C-Clear-Paid-Summer-Internship---Cancer-Center_JR009437-1 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR009437.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu.
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
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