Research!America’s Mission
The Research!America alliance advocates for science, discovery, and innovation
to achieve better health for all. We advocate for a federal policy climate that
helps empower our nation’s biomedical and health research sectors as they work
to accelerate medical progress.
Job Summary
Research!America is offering a paid, temporary full-time summer internship.
Interns assist the organization in advancing its mission and objectives through
education, advocacy, and public policy activities. Internships are typically three-month
appointments (start and end dates are flexible). The intern will work a hybrid
schedule from Research!America’s Arlington, VA office 2-3 times a week. The
Research!America office is located just steps from the Metro and VRE.
Job Description
The science policy intern will:
Eligibility
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.
Compensation
$20/hour for up to 40 hours/ week. Commuter benefit available for interns working a hybrid schedule in our Arlington, VA office.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Research!America’s Mission
The Research!America alliance advocates for science, discovery, and innovation
to achieve better health for all. We advocate for a federal policy climate that
helps empower our nation’s biomedical and health…
$20/hour for up to 40 hours/ week. Commuter benefit available for interns working a hybrid schedule in our Arlington, VA office.
$20/hour for up to 40 hours/ week. Commuter benefit available for interns working a hybrid schedule in our Arlington, VA office.
Research!America is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. Please submit all materials no later than Friday, May 17, 2024. No calls, please.
E-mail resume and cover letter, including academic status and specific area(s) of interest and expertise, reason(s) for wanting to be a Research!America intern, and availability; a writing sample that demonstrates your ability to write about science and/or policy for the public (two pages or less); and contact information for three references to hr@researchamerica.org. We are unable to personally respond to each applicant but will be in touch with applicants who are selected for further review.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Research!America is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Applications by members of all underrepresented…