Health Policy Intern - Summer

McDermott International, Ltd • Washington, DC

2d • $20 - $25

About The Position

McDermott+ (McDermottPlus) is a Washington DC-based healthcare consulting and data analytics firm, serving a wide range of clients including life science companies, health systems, physician groups, health plans, and other healthcare clients. With us, you’ll find: A Firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself! Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive. Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work/life balance. Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Job Description: Job Summary: The Health Policy Intern will work with all members of the McDermott+ team to support the development of policy insights, identify policy alternatives, analyze and frame challenges, and advance business solutions for clients. The Health Policy Intern will have the opportunity to delve into a variety of projects and gain valuable knowledge of key issues within the nation’s health care system.

Requirements

• Graduate MPH, MPP or JD students are strongly preferred. Candidates must be at least a college senior.
• Candidates must have an interest in health policy.
• Candidates should be able to dedicate at least 24 hours per week for the duration of the internship.
• Strong written and oral communications skills are imperative.
• Candidates should demonstrate initiative, be highly organized, be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines, and be attentive to detail

Responsibilities

• Attend and summarize Congressional hearings, MedPAC, MACPAC, and policy stakeholder meetings
• Track key federal and state health care legislative initiatives and policy developments
• Develop fact sheets, testimony transcripts, infographics, and other materials for clients and public distribution
• Conduct research on various topics, as assigned (including on health policy topics like Medicaid waivers, legislative activity, etc.)
• Provide timely written updates of breaking legislation and pressing issues
• Collect relevant health care data to assist team member projects
• Assist with market access projects, including tracking Medicare coding developments
• Learn about the health care policy process in Washington and how policy reforms impact the health care market

Benefits

• Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern