Public Affairs Intern: Healthcare Policy & LATAM

Boston Scientific

Colombia

On-site

COP 11,160,000 - 17,856,000

Part time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Boston Scientific is seeking a curious Corporate & Public Affairs Intern to gain hands-on experience in the medical technology industry, supporting Colombia-focused activities with exposure to Peru, Ecuador, and Venezuela. You will develop research, policy monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and communications skills while working with cross-functional teams under experienced professionals.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn how Corporate & Public Affairs contributes to shaping

Qualifications

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Political Science, International Relations, Government & Public Affairs, Public Administration, Law, Communications, or a related field, preferably in the final semesters.
Strong interest in public affairs, government relations, healthcare policy, regulation, and institutional engagement.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

Public Policy & Regulatory Monitoring: Assist in monitoring news, legislative initiatives, regulatory developments, and public policy discussions relevant to the healthcare sector and medical technology industry.
Research & Analysis: Support research on healthcare policies, government initiatives, public institutions, and industry trends, helping the team gather, analyze, and summarize relevant information.
Reports & Communications: Assist in preparing presentations, reports, policy briefs, informational updates, meeting summaries, and other internal and external communication materials.
Institutional Relations Support: Help prepare for meetings and engagements with government institutions, industry associations, and other relevant stakeholders, including background research, meeting materials, and follow-up activities.
Stakeholder & Information Management: Support the organization and maintenance of stakeholder databases, institutional information, documents, and other resources used by the team.
Meeting & Event Coordination: Assist in coordinating internal meetings, external engagements, and institutional events, including logistical support, preparation of materials, and documentation of key discussion points.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with different internal teams to gather information, coordinate activities, and gain exposure to the various functions involved in the healthcare industry.
Project & Administrative Support: Assist with tracking ongoing initiatives, organizing documentation, and following up on activities to support the team's day-to-day operations.