Overview
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an internship candidate to support Advocacy & Strategic Alliances (also known as “Alliance”) initiatives, activities, and priorities at our Washington, DC Headquarters office. The intern will broadly assist members of the Alliance department and work with multiple teams.
Department Description: The mission of the Alliance team is to drive targeted advocacy campaigns to advance the industry’s priorities at the state and federal levels. This team works collaboratively across all PhRMA divisions and builds relationships with diverse stakeholders to drive timely, impactful and patient centered advocacy. Departmental activities include:
- Building relationships with diverse stakeholders including business, labor, academia, patients, and others.
- Grassroots advocacy & coalition support.
- Issues management and coordination on a state & federal level.
This is a paid position. This internship will start in January and the intern will work up to 25 hours per week for a 3-month term.
Responsibilities
The intern’s responsibilities may include:
- Researching and tracking legislative and political activity.
- Providing support for meetings, including gathering and assembling information.
- Researching legislation, policy issues, and proposals.
- Participating in developing and editing PowerPoint presentations, talking points and other background materials.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Current undergraduate or graduate student in public policy, public health, political science, government affairs, legislative affairs, economics, or communications with an interest in health/life sciences policy and politics.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
- Strong desire to build relationships/collaboration skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to strategically and creatively process information.
- Curiosity to stay abreast of current industry trends.
- Ability to manage and complete projects end to end in a timely manner.
Potential Salary
- $25 - $35 per hour based on the level of degree program.
Who we are
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) represents the country’s leading innovative biopharmaceutical research companies, which are laser focused on developing innovative medicines that transform lives and create a healthier world. Together, we are fighting for solutions to ensure patients can access and afford medicines that prevent, treat and cure disease. Over the last decade, PhRMA member companies have invested more than $800 billion in the search for new treatments and cures, and they support nearly five million jobs in the United States.
Connect with PhRMA Equal Opportunity Employer PhRMA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The job description contains an overview of the activities and duties for this role. Responsibilities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time.
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