Health Policy Intern

2 months ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States tapwage Full time

Who we are:


The Association of American Medical Colleges is a not-for-profit association dedicated to transforming health care by supporting the entire spectrum of medical education, medical research, patient care, and community collaborations conducted by our member institutions.

We are dedicated to the communities we serve and steadfast in our goal to improve the health of people everywhere.


The AAMC's Office of Government Relations (OGR) team is responsible for advocating on behalf of the nation's medical schools and teaching hospitals to "improve the health of all" (from the AAMC mission statement).

This includes covering a broad range of issues that impact these members, including in the areas of COVID-19 response, medical research, clinical care, health equity, and education.

OGR staff work closely with policymakers in the Administration and in Congress, as well as government relations staff at member institutions.


Why us, why now:


The Office of Government Relations Health Policy Intern will work closely with the association's lobbyists on issues that impact medical schools and teaching hospitals and their patients and communities.

This includes following key pieces of legislation, representing the AAMC at virtual briefings, hearings, and other meetings, and summarizing key information for AAMC staff and members.

The internship will begin in September 2024 and end in December 2024. Internships will be for class credit.

Development Opportunities:

  • Gain an understanding of the full range of legislative issues that impact academic medicine
  • Get a firsthand look at the political process, including direct lobbying, legislation development, and coalition building
  • Network with internal and external health policy experts

How you will make an impact:

  • Regularly attend or watch coalition meetings, briefings, hearings, and other relevant Capitol Hill events
  • Track key issues and prepare background information for AAMC staff, policymakers, and constituents
  • Research key issues and help prepare advocacy materials, including talking points and one pagers
  • Assist with longerterm advocacy research projects which benefit academic medicine
  • Help edit and draft articles for AAMC's weekly legislative newsletter, Washington Highlights

What you'll bring to the role:

  • Coursework leading to a degree in political science, public health, public policy, science, or a related field
  • Interest in federal health policy
  • Basic understanding of the federal government and political process
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills
  • Must be willing to work a hybrid schedule both from home and in the DC office.

Qualifications:

  • Coursework leading to a degree in political science, public health, public policy, science, or a related field
  • Interest in health policy
  • Basic understanding of the federal government and political process
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Interested candidates should submit an application that includes:
  • Resume
  • Writing sample of no more than 5 pages
If a bachelor's degree is required, related work experience may be substituted in some positions. One year of college course work at an accredited institution is equivalent to one year of related work experience.

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is an Equal Opportunity/AffirmativeAction Employer.

The AAMC is committed to the policy of an equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all other personnel practices.

The AAMC will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, past or current military service, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Please attach a resume as part of the application process. It is important that files DO NOT include periods ( . ) within the file name.

BROWSER REQUIREMENTS:
Applications must be submitted using Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge.

Remote Work Eligibility

This position may be eligible for remote work.

Compensation Grade Range and Mid-Point

Grade Range:
$0.00 - $100.00/ Grade Mid-Point:$50.00

The above annual compensation range and mid-point are general guidelines. For candidates who meet the criteria, the AAMC's compensation philosophy is to target the midpoint of the salary range.

Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate.

Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, as well as internal equity, market, and business considerations.

If a bachelor's degree is required, related work experience may be substituted in some positions. One year of college course work at an accredited institution is equivalent to one year of related work experience.

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

The AAMC is committed to the policy of an equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all other personnel practices.

The AAMC will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, past or current military service, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Please attach a resume as part of the application process. It is important that files DO NOT include periods ( . ) within the file name.

BROWSER REQUIREMENTS:
Applications must be submitted using Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge.

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