Spring Internship – State Advocacy

Phrma; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 34 000 - 48 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

PhRMA HQ in Washington, DC is offering a paid Spring Internship in State Government Advocacy. You will support our state policy priorities, assist with research, meetings, and publication preparation, and gain exposure to multiple teams across public health policy.

If you are an undergraduate or graduate student in political science or public health and excel at organization, communication, and collaboration, this internship provides hands-on experience and mentorship for up to 37.5 hours per

Qualificações

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in political science, government affairs, public policy, public health, legislative affairs, economics, or communications with an interest in health/life sciences policy and politics
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Strong desire to build relationships/collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to strategically and creatively process information
• Curiosity to stay abreast of current industry trends
• Ability to manage and complete projects end-to-end in a timely manner

Responsabilidades

• Researching and tracking legislative and political activity
• Providing support for meetings, including gathering and assembling information
• Researching legislation, policy issues, and proposals
• Participating in writing and editing talking points, policy papers, backgrounders, or other publications
• Performing other duties as assigned

Conhecimentos

Organizational skills

Project management

Relationship building

Written communication

Verbal communication

Curiosity

End-to-end project delivery

Formação académica

Undergraduate or graduate student in political science, government affairs, public policy, public health, legislative affairs, economics, or communications

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office Suite

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Spring Internship - State Advocacy

State Government Advocacy Intern PhRMA HQ - Washington DC, Washington, DC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1364

Overview

The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an internship candidate to support State Government Advocacy initiatives, activities, and priorities at our Washington, DC Headquarters office. The intern will provide broad assistance to members of the State Government Advocacy Department and collaborate with multiple teams.

Department Description:

PhRMA's State Advocacy department advocates in all 50 states for public policies that promote access to innovative new medicines and foster medical innovation. The department, which encompasses both state government affairs and state policy operations, has offices and full-time staff in Albany, Atlanta, Baton Rouge, Cincinnati, Chicago, Denver, Foxboro, Jackson, Richmond, Sacramento, St. Paul, and Tallahassee.

This is a paid position. This internship will start on January 19, 2027 and the intern will work up to 37.5 hours per week for a 3-month term.

Responsibilities

The Intern’s responsibilities may include:

• Researching and tracking legislative and political activity
• Providing support for meetings, including gathering and assembling information
• Researching legislation, policy issues, and proposals
• Participating in writing and editing talking points, policy papers, backgrounders, or other publications
• Performing other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in political science, government affairs, public policy, public health, legislative affairs, economics, or communications with an interest in health/life sciences policy and politics
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Strong desire to build relationships/collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to strategically and creatively process information
• Curiosity to stay abreast of current industry trends
• Ability to manage and complete projects end-to-end in a timely manner
• $25 - $35 per hour based on the level of degree program.

Who we are
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) represents the country's leading innovative biopharmaceutical research companies, which are laser focused on developing innovative medicines that transform lives and create a healthier world. Together, we are fighting for solutions to ensure patients can access and afford medicines that prevent, treat and cure disease. PhRMA member companies have invested more than $900 billion in the search for new treatments and cures over the last decade, supporting nearly five million jobs in the United States.

PhRMA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

The job description contains an overview of the activities and duties for this role. Responsibilities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time.