Government Relations Summer Intern

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks/projects that address the needs of the department. The assignments are related to the academic major and the degree of the Intern.  The assignments may include conducting research.  As possible, a reasonable balance will be made between the intern's learning goals and the specific assignments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Works with leadership to coordinate efforts and resolve issues.
• Works with the department prioritizing work assignments and act as a liaison with other departments.
• Performs a variety of tasks/projects that address the needs of the department.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

• Understanding of U.S. legislative and regulatory processes, especially related to health care policy and proficiency with legislative tracking is a plus

• Familiarity with key federal agencies (e.g., FDA, CMS, HHS etc.) and current health care policy issues (Medicare/Medicaid, health equity, tariffs)

• Policy research and analysis skills; ability to synthesize research, identify and prioritize relevant issues to set agenda, and strong written communication skills

• Social Media and media monitoring; skill in tracking relevant health policy discussions across platforms

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: 

• Good time management
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to plan and arrange activities
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Good verbal and written skills
• Ability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task

WORK EXPERIENCE: 

No experience required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: 

Typically High School education, College education in-progress, vocational training and/or on-the-job training.

TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required.

The posted hourly rate for this internship position is based on both your education and location.

Candidates possessing up to and including a high school diploma can receive either $15 or $16/hr depending on location. This rate also applies to candidates enrolled in a college program but have not yet started those studies.

Candidates currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or equivalent can receive either $18 or $20/hr depending on location. This rate also applies to candidates enrolled in an advanced, post-graduate degree program but have not yet started those studies.

Candidates possessing a bachelor’s degree or equivalent and currently pursuing an advanced, post-graduate degree (i.e., MS, MBA, JD, etc.) can receive either $22 or $24/hr depending on location.

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

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