Spring Internship – Policy and Research

PHRMA • Washington, DC

1d • $25 - $35

About The Position

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an intern to support the initiatives, activities, and priorities of its Policy and Research Department and collaborate with teams across the organization. The department develops and disseminates public policy positions and analysis for PhRMA’s education, legislative, regulatory, and communications efforts. Its work includes managing internal and external research, developing policy proposals and strategies, and leading regulatory efforts at HHS/CMS.

The intern may gain experience in health policy, public health, research and development, healthcare economics, Medicare, Medicaid, state and federal issues, innovative medicines, and regulatory and legislative processes. This is a paid internship running from January 19, 2027, through April 16, 2027, for a three-month term, with work of up to 25 hours per week. The opportunity may be in person in Washington, DC, remote, or hybrid.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a graduate student in public policy, public health, political science, government affairs, legislative affairs, economics, law, or communications, with an interest in health/life sciences policy, research, and politics.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency in details across tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to process information strategically and creatively.
• Curiosity to stay abreast of current industry trends.
• Ability to manage and complete projects end-to-end in a timely manner.
• Strong desire to build relationships and collaborate.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year completed in a graduate degree program.

Responsibilities

• Collect, track, analyze, and/or organize primary research related to the healthcare industry and health policy.
• Research legislation, policy issues, and proposals.
• Participate in drafting, writing, editing, and managing talking points, slide decks, reports, or backgrounders.
• Read, summarize, and manage primary literature and research across a wide variety of topics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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