Summer Research Intern

Hourly Pay Range
$ $ The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Summer Research Intern
• Location: NCH Hospital - 800 W Central Road, Arlington Heights IL
• Per Diem - Part Time
• Hours: Flexible weekday hours (up to 20/hrs per week)
• Onsite position

Job Summary
Intent Medical Group (IMG) Neurosciences division at Endeavor Health-Northwest Community Hospital is seeking a Summer Research Inter to support current and ongoing research activities. This per diem, part-time internship is designed for students or recent graduates in interested is Neurology, Neuroscience, Clinical Research or Academic Medicine.

The intern will primarily assist with data collection, entry, literature reviews, and manuscript preparation. There will also be opportunities for structured clinical and/or Operating Room (OR) observation, allowing interns to gain firsthand exposure to patient care in a multidisciplinary inpatient/outpatient Neurology setting.

What You Will Do

• Perform data abstraction and analysis from electronic medical record (EMR) platform EPIC.
• Enter, organize, and maintain clinical data in research databases.
• Conduct literature reviews to support study design and publication goals.
• Assist with writing, editing, and formatting of manuscripts, abstracts, and/or poster presentations.
• Support regulatory documentation and internal IRB filing process.
• Participate in clinical observation with Neurologists, Nurse Practitioners, and other staff during patient visits (as scheduled and appropriate).
• Collaborate with research staff and physician investigators on assigned projects.
• Maintain compliance with all HIPAA, IRB, and institutional guidelines.

What You Will Need

• Education: Current undergraduate student or recent graduate in Neuroscience, Psychology, Biology Public Health, Pre-Med or related field.
• Experience:
• Demonstrated interest in clinical research, neurology, or academic medicine
• Excellent communication, organized and writing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel or Word); ability to learn research platforms quickly
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Professionalism and maturity when working clinical and research settings.

Benefits (For Full Time Or Part Time Positions)

• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit

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