Fall Internship, Advocacy & Strategic Alliances
About The Position
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an internship candidate to support the Advocacy & Strategic Alliances department at our Washington, DC Headquarters office. The intern will broadly assist members of the Alliance team and work with other departments. The mission of the Alliance team is to develop strategic campaigns, programs, and alliances with external stakeholders. This team works collaboratively across all of PhRMA’s advocacy divisions, ensuring all external and public affairs activities are aligned with legislative priorities—both short and long term. Departmental activities include: Constituency/third party relationship building. Issues management and coordination on a state and federal level. This is a paid position. This internship runs from September 14th through December 11th, and the intern will work 37.5 hours per week for a 3-month term.
Requirements
- Current undergraduate or graduate student in public policy, public health, political science, government affairs, 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.
Responsibilities
- Researching and tracking legislative and political activity.
- Providing support for meetings, including gathering and assembling information.
- Researching legislation, policy issues, and proposals.
- Participating in developing and editing PowerPoint presentations, talking points and other background materials.
- Attending educational events and briefings.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- This is a paid position.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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