Summer Internship – Policy and Research

Summary: Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an internship candidate to support department initiatives in the Policy and Research department. The intern will assist with research and analysis related to health policy and gain experience in various healthcare issues. Responsibilities: - Collecting, tracking, analyzing and/or organizing primary research related to the healthcare industry and health policy - Researching legislation, policy issues, and proposals - Participating in drafting, writing, editing, and managing talking points, slide decks, reports, or backgrounders - Reading, summarizing, and managing primary literature and research across a wide variety of topics - Performing other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Current undergraduate or 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 and familiarity with Endnote is a bonus - Attention to detail and ability to be consistent with details throughout tasks - 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 matter - Strong desire to build relationships/collaboration skills Preferred Qualifications: - Preferred candidates will have completed at least one year of their graduate degree program Required Skills: Public policy, Healthcare economics, Research, development Important Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Project management Nice-to-Have Skills: Curiosity, Written communication, Verbal communication, Attention to detail, Collaboration skills