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Corporate Affairs Intern - Oncology

CompanyAstraZeneca
LocationGaithersburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 1, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Support internal and external communications activities, including drafting newsletters and press releases. Gain a deeper understanding of the oncology space and corporate affairs functions.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
78856
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
We're transforming the future of healthcare by unlocking the power of what science can do for people, society and the planet. For more information, visit www.astrazeneca.com. Community Guidelines: bit.ly/2MgAcio
About the Role

We are looking for Sophomore and Junior students majoring in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Journalism, Public Health, or a related field for 12-week internship role in Gaithersburg, MD from May 18 2026 to August 7 2026.
 

Position Duties:

  • Support internal communications activities, including drafting newsletters, helping with town halls, drafting Workvivo content and other communications, and much more
  • Aid in development of external communications & activities, including press releases, content for LinkedIn, helping with external Patient Advocacy events, etc. Join bi-weekly team meetings to learn from other areas of the corporate affairs team
  • Gain deeper understanding of the oncology space and how corporate affairs helps to elevate our US Oncology leadership team and presence internally and externally.

Position Requirements:

  • Sophomore and Junior students majoring in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Journalism, Public Health, or a related field.
  • Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026.
  • Copywriting, technical writing, internal and external social media platforms, presentations and public speaking required
  • Understanding of science / scientific-communication and/or prior experience in healthcare/pharma is a plus
  • Ability to work with a team and independently, critical thinking. willingness to understand leadership priorities and organizational structure, and enthusiasm for interpersonal communication required

  • Understanding of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required.
  • US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
  • This role will not be providing CPT support.
  • Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD at least 3 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance. There is possibility for occasional local travel.
  • Compensation range: $31-32.50/hr

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