Policy & Government Affairs Internship in Madrid

7300-Janssen-Cilag S.A. Legal Entity; Madrid; On-site; EUR 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Duration: 1 year internship

Start date: January 2027

Salary: 1000 € per month

Location: Madrid

Full-time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Madrid offers a one-year internship for students pursuing a Master’s degree in political science, public policy or related fields. The role supports the Government Affairs Policy team, gaining exposure to healthcare policy and EU affairs.

You will assist with briefing materials, stakeholder maps, meeting summaries and reports, participate in meetings with industry associations and public administrations, and help monitor regulatory developments.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Political Science, Government Affairs, European Studies, International Relations, Public Policy, or Law.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid foundation in project management principles and the ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously.
• Strong digital literacy and proficiency with modern workplace technologies and collaboration tools.
• Proficient level of English.

Responsibilities

• Support the Government Affairs Policy team in monitoring and analysing healthcare, pharmaceutical, innovation and regulatory policy developments at Spanish and European level.
• Assist in the preparation of briefing materials, stakeholder maps, meeting summaries, presentations and reports for internal and external engagements.
• Contribute to the monitoring of legislative and policy initiatives with potential impact on the healthcare sector and Johnson Johnson Innovative Medicine.
• Provide support in the organization and coordination of meetings, events and interactions with industry associations, public administrations, policymakers, patient organizations and other healthcare stakeholders.
• Assist in researching and compiling information related to healthcare systems, access to innovation, competitiveness, sustainability and public policy priorities.
• Learn about healthcare policy, public affairs, regulatory environment and advocacy activities within the pharmaceutical industry, gaining exposure to cross-functional collaboration with medical, regulatory, market access, communications and commercial teams.
• Support the preparation of internal communications and policy updates to help raise awareness of relevant healthcare policy developments across the organization.
• Participate in team projects and day-to-day activities under supervision, developing analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Report all suspected adverse reactions within 24 hours and communicate to Pharmacovigilance.

Skills

Proficient level of English

Strong organizational skills

Project management

Digital literacy

Multiple priorities

Education

Master's degree in Political Science

Master's degree in Government Affairs

Master's degree in European Studies

Master's degree in International Relations

Master's degree in Public Policy

Master's degree in Law (Public/International)

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Madrid offers a one-year internship for students pursuing a Master’s degree in political science, public policy or related fields. The role supports the Government Affairs Policy team, gaining exposure to healthcare policy and EU affairs.

You will assist with briefing materials, stakeholder maps, meeting summaries and reports, participate in meetings with industry associations and public administrations, and help monitor regulatory developments.