U.S. Public Policy & Advocacy Intern

AmerisourceBergen • Washington, DC

127d • $28,000 - $42,460

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented apprentice to join our U.S. Public Policy & Advocacy team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public policy, advocacy, and legislative affairs. The intern will support various facets of our team's needs, including policy analysis and administrative tasks - right next to the U.S. House of Representatives' House Office Buildings.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree.
• Must not require sponsorship to work in the US now or in the future.
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• Proven people/project leadership throughout your academic career (on- or off- campus).
• Ability to work in an unstructured environment with the ability to make tradeoff decisions quickly.
• Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team building skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to give/receive constructive feedback.
• Flexibility for relocation will allow for greater advancement opportunities.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Good project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate business problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions.
• Must be eager to learn, self-motivated, flexible, accountable and can effectively handle multiple tasks at one time.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of computers to operate effectively with PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of advocacy campaigns and events with policymakers, internal and external stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the team's operations, including updating our facilities list and representation tracker project, invoice tracking, and creating briefing materials for advocacy efforts.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations.
• Monitor and track relevant legislative and regulatory developments.
• Assist the political programming and operations team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care.
• Backup dependent care.
• Adoption assistance.
• Infertility coverage.
• Family building support.
• Behavioral health solutions.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid caregiver leave.
• Training programs.
• Professional development resources.
• Opportunities to participate in mentorship programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• Volunteer activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree