Government Affairs & Policy Intern

At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference.  If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary:

The Government Affairs & Policy intern will be responsible for assisting with issue-area research, legislative tracking and monitoring, and completing ad-hoc projects as they arise. They will compile and summarize material on emerging and existing regulations relevant to Eisai and suggest topics for the company-wide monthly newsletter. They will attend meetings/hearings and provide a concise report on relevant topics. Finally, the intern will assist administratively with external stakeholder engagements and attend sponsored events during and after work hours as needed.

This position is office-based in Washington, DC. Candidates must be local to the area.
 

Essential Functions:

• Assist with issue-area research, policy positions, and historical background resources 
• Develop and draft newsletter topics important to the industry and our business 
• Monitor for appropriate government agency meetings and briefings
• Attend meetings and assist with ad hoc project needs as they arise 

Requirements:
 

Education: Junior/rising junior or Senior/rising senior. Must be enrolled in college at the time of the internship with coursework/major in policy, government/political science, or a related field

• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks, and complete projects 
• Capacity to prioritize and manage project work for both short-term and long-term projects 
• Demonstrated interest in health policy and advocacy

• Strong research, writing, communications skills
• Attention to detail 
• Desire to learn more about the legislative policy process, advocacy coalitions, trade associations, and government agencies
• Understanding of and passion for Eisai’s hhc mission
• Comfort with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams

Schedule: Expected hours are ~9a-5pm; some after-hour events may be included. Must have the ability to be in-office, with some flexibility for hybrid work.  Must have capacity for some after-hours receptions and/or briefings.  Suggested length of internship, approximately 10 weeks over the summer (flexible based on availability).
 

Compensation: $25/hr

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