About the role#
The Public Policy Intern will support the public policy team by analyzing federal and state healthcare developments. This is a 12-week, full-time program running from May 17, 2027, to August 6, 2027. This role is offered in partnership with the Indiana University Capital Campus program, with recruitment focused on Indiana University students.
What you'll do#
- Track federal and state legislation, regulations, and other healthcare developments.
- Review policy proposals to identify key provisions, changes, and implications.
- Draft issue briefs, policy summaries, and presentations for internal use.
- Attend policy briefings and document key insights through detailed summaries.
- Assist the team in developing and refining policy positions, recommendations, and responses.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BA/BS or MA/MS program in public policy, health policy, public health, political science, health administration, business, or a related field.
- Strong interest in public policy and the healthcare industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical, strategic-thinking, and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including AI tools such as Copilot.
- A GPA of 3.2 or higher is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Washington, DC.
- The role is full-time and on-site, requiring consistent face-to-face collaboration.
- This is a paid internship.
About Elevance Health
Elevance Health operates as a public company within the hospital and health care industry. It provides health benefits and services to over 118 million people. The organization maintains a workforce of nearly 100,000 associates. Its headquarters are located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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