Science Policy Intern
- Responsibilities
Research America is offering a paid, temporary internship in our Alexandria office. Interns assist the organization in advancing its mission and objectives through education, advocacy and public policy activities. Internships are typically 3 month appointments.
The science policy interns will:
Track relevant policy issues, including budget and appropriations legislation
Perform background research and write fact sheets, newsletter articles and text for Research!America’s website
Complete and present a self-directed project on a science policy topic relevant to the mission of Research!America
Attend briefings, meetings, and hearings on Capitol Hill, as well as events off Capitol Hill that are relevant to our organization’s mission
Provide administrative and project management support as requested
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- Qualifications
College seniors, graduate students or recent graduates with a science, health or related degree (or degree goal) who seek science policy experience in the areas of biomedical research, health services research and other health research disciplines, and related Research!America priorities. Ideal candidates have a strong academic background and excellent oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with the health and life sciences research sectors is preferred. Candidates must have experience with the Microsoft Office software.
Application deadline is Friday, March 4.
- CompensationResearch!America offers a stipend and transportation benefits.
- IndustryNon-Profit
- LocationsWashington, DC • Waldorf, MD • La Plata, MD • Beltsville, MD • Lanham, MD • Laurel, MD • Bowie, MD • College Park, MD • Capitol Heights, MD • Suitland, MD • Dunkirk, MD • Bethesda, MD • Rockville, MD • Gaithersburg, MD • Silver Spring, MD • Takoma Park, MD • Wheaton, MD • Landover, MD • Hillcrest Heights, MD • New Carrollton, MD • Largo, MD • Adelphi, MD • Silver Spring, MD • Manassas, VA • Centreville, VA • Chantilly, VA • Sterling, VA • Reston, VA • Annandale, VA • Fairfax, VA • Falls Church, VA • Great Falls, VA • McLean, VA • Springfield, VA • Vienna, VA • Woodbridge, VA • Arlington, VA • Alexandria, VA
- About Us
Research!America is the nation's largest not-for-profit public education and advocacy alliance committed to making research to improve health a higher national priority.