The candidate must be high-energy, detail-oriented, proficient in Microsoft Office, skilled in analysis, a team player, interested in healthcare policy, politically aware, attentive to news cycles and trends, and enrolled in a related bachelor's degree program. In-person presence in the Washington, DC office 4/5 days a week is required.

The Government Affairs intern at Exact Sciences will support the team in lobbying, policy, and political tasks, including drafting memos and providing well-written material for engagement with government officials. They will attend events, complete a capstone project, and uphold the company's mission and values.

Government & Politics

United States

Washington, DC

Large

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Science & Healthcare

Exact Sciences

Changing the way we think about detecting and treating cancer.

<ul><li>The Government Affairs Intern will have broad exposure to government affairs operations, practical hand-on experience working to deepen their understanding of the legislative process legislative policy and issues and is only available in our Washington, DC office.&nbsp; Conducting research and analysis on policies affecting access to cancer screening and diagnosis; assist in drafting and development of materials and communications for engaging federal, state, and local policymakers about Exact Sciences.&nbsp; The position is intended to be a full-time opportunity for an undergraduate student to obtain hands-on government affairs and advocacy experience contributing to the company’s effort to provide earlier, smarter solutions in the fight against cancer.</li><li>This is a paid position that starts in May and is 40 hours per week, lasting into the first week in August.</li></ul>

The Government Affairs Intern will have broad exposure to government affairs operations, practical hand-on experience working to deepen their understanding of the legislative process legislative policy and issues and is only available in our Washington, DC office.  Conducting research and analysis on policies affecting access to cancer screening and diagnosis; assist in drafting and development of materials and communications for engaging federal, state, and local policymakers about Exact Sciences.  The position is intended to be a full-time opportunity for an undergraduate student to obtain hands-on government affairs and advocacy experience contributing to the company’s effort to provide earlier, smarter solutions in the fight against cancer.This is a paid position that starts in May and is 40 hours per week, lasting into the first week in August.

Government Affairs - Intern

Requirements

Responsibilities

Exact Sciences

Mission & Purpose