PhRMA
Spring Internship – State Advocacy
Washington, DC
Nov 6, 2024
Internship
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Overview 

The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an intern to support Science and Regulatory Advocacy (SRA) Department initiatives, activities, and priorities. The Intern will broadly assist members of the SRA Department in supporting the department’s policy and advocacy efforts. 

The intern will gain experience in a wide range of issues. Examples include health policy, Medicare, Medicaid, State and Federal issues, innovative medicines, commercial health benefit design, intellectual property, the regulatory and legislative process, and working with and building coalitions in the U.S. and abroad.  

This is a paid position.  This internship will start in January and the intern will work 37.5 hours per week for a 3-month term.

Responsibilities

The Intern’s responsibilities may include:  

  • Assist in research on U.S. and/or ex-U.S. scientific and regulatory policy issues and proposals;
  • Support the evaluation of science and regulatory policy proposals;
  • Research and track regulatory activity and issues;
  • Attend and support coordination of internal meetings; 
  • Attend external meetings and provide summaries; and
  • Participate in science-based writing and editing of talking points, policy papers, backgrounders, presentations and other publications.

Requirements:   

  • Current or recent graduate student with an interest in health/life sciences policy;  
  • Ability to communicate science and regulatory concepts both verbally and in writing; 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite;  
  • Proficient organizational and project management skills;   
  • Strong desire to build relationships/collaboration skills;  
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to strategically and creatively process information; and
  • Curiosity to stay abreast of current industry trends.

Potential Salary

  • $25 - $35 per hour. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. 

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 
 For information on how innovative medicines save lives, please visit:  
www.PhRMA.org
www.Innovation.org
www.MAT.org
www.Facebook.com/PhRMA
www.Twitter.com/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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