Job Description

Policy, Communications Intern

Our team collaborates with governments and policy organizations at local, regional and global levels. We address legislative and regulatory issues that promote and protect the discovery of innovative medicine, vaccines and animal health products while improving and protecting patient access to care. We take great care to monitor and manage the reputation of our company, communicating the work we do to improve lives

Job description

As part of the regional team, the intern’s responsibilities and tasks include (but not limited to):

• Assist in research, review and analysis of AP regulatory policy issues and proposals
• Perform basic collection, analysis, and synthesis of data related to the biopharmaceutical industry and relevant regulatory processes;
• Develop talking points and backgrounders to support the function
• Observe and report on policy developments and announcements
• Other tasks as assigned including:
  • Drafting memos
  • Writing handbooks or manuals
  • Collecting, synthesizing and drafting monthly reports
  • Designing PowerPoints, charts, graphs
  • Conducting studies and surveys
  • Compiling reports
  • Conducting research
  • Data entry
  • Attending and summarizing meetings and hearings

Job requirements & qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Policy, Pharmaceutical Science, Biological Sciences, Business or related fields
• Candidates with a strong background in Communications, Marketing or Asian studies will also be considered
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent team player, who is open to take on new challenges, innovative projects and embraces a proactive approach
• Strong problem-solving skills and with desire to excel and eagerness to learn
• Familiar with MS Office 365 Suite
• Able to intern for at least 6 months

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

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Job Posting End Date:

07/31/2025

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