Looking to launch your career in data science, AI/ML, or bioinformatics within the pharmaceutical industry? The Roche Internship in Innovation & Sustainability 2026 offers a high-impact opportunity to work on real-world clinical trial analytics projects in Chennai.
This data science internship in Chennai is designed for students and recent graduates eager to apply machine learning and analytics in healthcare. Interns will contribute directly to improving clinical trial readiness, site selection, and patient access to medicines.
๐ฌ About the Internship
Rocheโs Global Internship Programme (#IP2TIS) focuses on innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation in healthcare. This role specifically involves building AI-driven solutions to optimize clinical trial site selection using digital engagement data.
You will work on:
- Machine learning classification models
- Clinical data analytics
- Interactive dashboards for decision-making
๐ Key Responsibilities
- Analyze and preprocess digital engagement datasets for clinical trial insights
- Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify patterns in site performance
- Build machine learning classification models (high/medium/low readiness)
- Evaluate model performance using statistical metrics
- Develop interactive dashboards for study managers
- Translate healthcare engagement data into actionable insights
- Document findings and present recommendations
- Collaborate with global stakeholders on data-driven strategies
๐ Qualifications & Skills
Educational Requirements:
- Students or recent graduates (within 12 months) in:
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
- Statistics
- Bioinformatics
- Biomedical Engineering
Technical Skills:
- Strong proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn)
- Working knowledge of SQL
- Solid understanding of statistics, feature engineering, and EDA
- Experience in machine learning models (classification)
- Familiarity with data visualization/dashboard tools
Soft Skills:
- Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving
- Curiosity and ability to experiment
- Strong communication and data storytelling skills
๐ก Benefits of This Internship
- Hands-on experience in AI applications in clinical trials
- Exposure to global pharmaceutical operations
- Opportunity to work on real-world healthcare data
- Build a strong portfolio in machine learning & data analytics
- Networking with international teams across 20+ countries
๐ Job Details
- Role: Data Science / AI Internship
- Location: Chennai, India
- Job Type: Full-time Internship
- Start Date: Between 1โ16 July 2026
- Duration: Minimum 3 months
๐ฐ Expected Salary (Stipend)
- โน25,000 โ โน45,000 per month (estimated for data science internships in pharma/tech domain)
๐ How to Apply

