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Intern: Public Policy and Government Affairs

Posted on: March 31, 2021 Apply Now
Cambridge, MA External Internship Expires April 20, 2021

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/This position is for a 12 week internship from June – August/

The Public Policy & Government Affairs (PPGA) team is seeking an intern to support government affairs work in Massachusetts, the location of Biogen’s global corporate headquarters. The ideal candidate will be detailed-oriented and possess strong relationship management and interpersonal skills.

Position Description

Examples of intern activities include:

  • Educate state policymakers about Biogen’s business and patients and advocate for legislative solutions focused on patient affordability and access

  • Help further PPGA’s goals relative to aducanumab/AD and explore opportunities for Biogen to collaborate and advance implementation of MA Alzheimer’s policy, including in the areas of early detection and diagnosis and health equity

  • Maximize opportunities to establish connectivity to the business, including with the brand teams & field teams

  • Assist on local issues as they arise as related to Biogen’s Cambridge and Weston sites

  • Work in collaboration with Corporate Affairs on reputation management activities directed at local and state policymakers, leveraging Biogen’s corporate social responsibility work and corporate campaigns

  • Work to leverage Biogen’s memberships in business and industry groups including MassBio and local Chambers of Commerce

  • Ensure Biogen is maximizing opportunities available through the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center – the economic development agency for the sector – including initiatives related to STEM and D&I

  • Explore opportunities to increase Biogen Political Action Committee (PAC) engagement

Traditional methods of advocacy and legislative timelines have been impacted due to COVID-19, but this position will involve creative methods to continue to build Biogen’s reputation and advance public policy priorities in the current environment. Success in this role ensures Biogen maintains its leadership in the local biopharma community and in policy development. It is also an opportunity for the candidate to learn more about the goals and work of the entire PPGA team while focusing on state and local government affairs in Massachusetts.

Qualifications

To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

  • Grade point average of 3.2 or higher preferred

  • At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date

  • Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university

Education

BS or MS in Political Science, Government, or related discipline.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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