Fortrea Recruitment 2026 | Apprentice – Proposals | Bangalore
Fortrea, a leading global contract research organization (CRO) operating in ~100 countries and 20+ therapeutic areas, is inviting applications for the position of Apprentice – Proposals at Bangalore (Hybrid).
Job Details
| Organization | Fortrea – CRO |
| Post | Apprentice – Proposals |
| Job ID | 264596 |
| Experience | 0 to 6 Months |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s / Master’s in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Pharmacy / Biomedical Engg / Clinical Research |
| Location | Bangalore (Hybrid) |
| Industry Type | Pharma / Healthcare / Clinical Research |
| End Date | 31st August 2026 |
Job Description – Apprentice Proposals
The Apprentice participates in and executes entry level department functions as per Fortrea and/or sponsor SOPs.
- Creation of QTs and assignment, new Quotes requests for proposals
- Billing Guide/BRP generation, Creation of SharePoint space and uploading documents (Triage form, RFP documents, client specs)
- Managing compliance to Quotes and Quote Track completion guidelines
- Update SFDC for Quote and Opportunity tabs related to Budget Product Line
- Following-up on assignments of SMEs for all APAC RFPs
- Formatting and preparation of simple draft proposal based on RFP info and draft proposal text/budget
- Shadow Proposal Managers on all aspects of proposal process (text, quote, budget) – collating data, following up, meeting minutes
- Support timely delivery of assigned deliverables, learn to review and analyze RFP documents
- Collate follow up questions for additional information as requested
- Works across organization in matrix environment to facilitate process and complete deliverables
- Shadow strategic and operational calls related to opportunity
- Performs timely and accurate data entry into corporate databases
- Administratively supports internal and external opportunity management negotiations (pricing, process, resources, timelines)
Candidate Profile
- Working towards Master / Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Pharmacy / Biomedical Engineering / Clinical Research
- Experience delivering multiple projects in academic or professional setting
- Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and internal/external colleagues
- Embraces diverse ways of thinking through collaboration and partnership
- Ability to work to deadlines, Strong analytical skills, Positive attitude and sense of urgency
- Ability to work irregular and/or extended hours as needed to meet client proposal deadlines
- Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, persistence with tact
- Excellent MS Office experience (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to plan, multi-task and prioritize, teamwork, communication (written & verbal), organizational skills
Required Skills
- MS Office – Excel, Word, Outlook
- Proposal Management, RFP Analysis
- SFDC, SharePoint, Quote Tracking
- Communication, Analytical Skills, Time Management
How To Apply Fortrea Apprentice
- Visit official Fortrea Career Portal
- Search with Job ID 264596
- Fill application and submit before 31st August 2026
- Keep resume and academic documents ready
Apply Online: Fortrea Career Portal – Apply Here
About Fortrea
Fortrea is a leading global CRO with passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, providing pharma, biotech and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development and technology solutions across 20+ therapeutic areas in ~100 countries.
