Spring Internship – State Advocacy

PHRMA•Washington, DC

1d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

PhRMA is seeking a Spring Intern to support State Government Advocacy initiatives, activities, and priorities at its Washington, DC headquarters. The intern will provide broad assistance to members of the State Government Advocacy Department and collaborate with multiple teams. 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 includes state government affairs and state policy operations, with 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 internship beginning January 19, 2027, lasting three months, and requiring up to 37.5 hours per week. Compensation is $25–$35 per hour, depending on the level of the degree program.

Requirements

Be a 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.
Be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Have exceptional organizational and project management skills.
Have a strong desire to build relationships and collaborate.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to strategically and creatively process information.
Be curious and stay abreast of current industry trends.
Be able to manage and complete projects end-to-end in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Research and track legislative and political activity.
Support meetings, including gathering and assembling information.
Research legislation, policy issues, and proposals.
Participate in writing and editing talking points, policy papers, backgrounders, and other publications.
Perform other duties as assigned.