External Affairs Intern

Lexicon is a biopharmaceutical company with a mission of pioneering medicines that transform patients’ lives. Through our unique approach to gene science based on Nobel Prize-winning technology, we are moving forward rapidly to bring innovative therapies to market. At Lexicon, our passion and dedication are driven by the patients for whom we work.

Lexicon employees are inspired by the idea that their work can improve patients' lives, and we know that our employees are essential to the success of our mission. Every day they bring their passion, talents, and dedication to an engaging environment where they are rewarded with opportunities to realize their potential. We are dedicated to making

Lexicon a great place to work by providing employees with benefits, services, and programs as part of our total rewards package. Join our journey and be a part of our multitalented team and make a difference in patients’ lives!

We have offices in The Woodlands, Texas and Bridgewater, New Jersey.

We are seeking a highly motivated External Affairs Intern to join our team in The Bridgewater, NJ office. This role is hybrid, two to three days in office.

Job Summary:

Specific responsibilities include: 

•  Intern will work with the Executive Director, External Affairs to execute on projects related to several areas, including Advocacy, Public Policy, Government Affairs, and Community Engagement

• This is primarily an external-facing role where the individual will join calls with Professional Societies and Advocacy Organizations, work on federal legislative priorities, use their creativity to weigh in on educational materials, and get the chance to think through how Lexicon can continue to be a part of the communities we serve.
• Other partners across the organization will include leadership primarily from the Medical and Human Resources teams and will receive exposure to working with agencies.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Open to the following majors: Public Relations, Public Policy, Communications, Journalism, Digital/Social Media, Psychology/Sociology, and Scientific-focused majors such as pre-med, pharmacy, nursing, etc.
• Targeting rising Juniors, entering their Senior year, and above
• Skills to include creative problem-solving, interest in human and consumer behavior, personal interest in the sciences and medicine is a plus

For additional information about Lexicon and its programs, please visit www.lexpharma.com.

Lexicon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

 Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test, background check, driving check (if applicable) and verification of credentials before beginning employment.