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Government Affairs Summer Intern

CompanyShield California Health
LocationSanta Clarita
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support legislative, regulatory, and policy priorities by monitoring state and federal developments and conducting healthcare policy research. Additionally, they will assist with internal and external audits and prepare policy briefs and communications for leadership.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
484
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
With 65 years of medical supply experience, Shield is a leading provider of incontinence, urological, enteral nutrition, advanced wound care, diabetes and ostomy supplies. Our mission is to serve the medical supply needs of patients at home with excellence, compassion and exceptional service. We offer direct billing to Medi-Cal, Medicaid, Medicare and managed care plans. Shield HealthCare benefits include on-staff product experts, including Registered Dietitians and Lifestyle Specialists to support patients and their families. Since 2007, Shield HealthCare has been granted formal accreditation status by the Community Health Accreditation Program's (CHAP) Board of Review. From our 2021 annual customer survey of more than 3,000 active customers conducted by Press Ganey Associates Inc., we are proud to say that 98% of our customers would recommend us to friends and family. Shield HealthCare is firmly committed to community involvement, supporting a variety of health organizations and causes each year. We also advocate for and support our customers by: • Engaging advocates for legislative support for home care benefits • Participating in Medicare advisory groups in all regions • Emphasizing compliance with insurance carrier regulations • Taking leadership in state supplier associations Dedicated to employee achievement, Shield HealthCare provides over 20,000 hours of ongoing employee training every year. We also support health care professionals and the caregiving community through educational in-services, nursing education days, webinars, educational materials, and more than 2,000 articles and videos featured in our vibrant, interactive online communities. For more information on joining our team, visit www.shieldhealthcare.com/careers.
About the Role

Since 1957, Shield Healthcare has provided high-quality healthcare services while focusing on customer satisfaction and employee achievement. We are dedicated to fulfilling the medical supply needs of consumers and the caregiving community while maintaining a 99% overall customer satisfaction rating. Over the years, Shield HealthCare has expanded nationally with current service locations in California, Colorado, Illinois, Ohio, Texas and Washington.


Shield HealthCare is looking for a Government Affairs Summer Intern in our Valencia, CA corporate office to support the organization’s legislative, regulatory, and policy priorities at the state and federal levels. The intern will gain hands on experience in government relations, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis related to the healthcare field and the distribution of healthcare products.

This is an on-site position in Valencia, CA

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in addressing internal and external audits, gathering required documentation and preparing responses.
  • Partners with internal departments, gathering information to support internal and external audits.
  • Reviews audit processes for compliance and meeting current standards.
  • Support claim reviews to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor and track state and federal legislation, regulatory actions, and policy developments relevant to the organization.
  • Conduct research and analysis on healthcare policy, regulatory changes, and industry trends, summarizing findings, preparing materials for internal and external stakeholders, and reporting findings.
  • Support preparation of policy briefs, summary reports, and internal communications for leadership.
  • Assist in creating templates to draft letters, position statements, and comment submissions to regulatory agencies.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in business administration, health policy, public health, healthcare administration, legal studies, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Teams).
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to interpret data and identify inconsistencies.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to changing business needs. 

SALARY:

  • $18.47/hour
Key Skills
Policy AnalysisGovernment RelationsStakeholder EngagementLegislative TrackingRegulatory ComplianceAudit SupportResearchMicrosoft 365ExcelPowerPointWordSharePointTeamsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationProblem-solving
Categories
Government & Public SectorHealthcareLegalAdministrative