Health Policy Intern

MWE • Washington, DC

1d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

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 to track legislative and regulatory developments, support Medicare and Medicaid payment policy and coding developments, and gain valuable knowledge of key issues within the nation’s health care system.

Requirements

• Must be a candidate for a Masters of Public Health, Masters of Public Policy, or Masters in Health Administration.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data analytics preferred but not required.

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
• Learn about the health care policy process in Washington and how policy reforms impact the health care market
• Assist with market access and data projects

Benefits

• 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.
• We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern