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Government Affairs Intern

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GE Healthcare

Jan 10, 2025

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Research & Development
  • Washington

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
  • Ability to work out of the Washington, DC office
  • Overall GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale)
  • Current Senior or Junior classification (target graduation dates between May 2025 and May 2026)
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate technical problems in clear and simple terms

Responsibilities

  • Intern duties include attending Congressional hearings, briefings, lobbying meetings, and other events
  • Conduct research on topics such as health AI, cybersecurity, international trade and supply chain, health economics; engage GE HealthCare colleagues on policy that impacts the company and our markets; lead projects related to company public policy priorities as much more.
  • Represent the company at industry trade association and coalition meetings
  • Draft content for GE HealthCare PAC and Advocacy Network communications
  • Engage GE HealthCare colleagues on policy that impacts the company and our markets
  • Lead projects related to company public policy priorities
  • Assist members of the Government Affairs & Policy team as needed

FAQs

What will the intern's primary responsibilities be?

The intern will attend Congressional hearings, conduct research on various policy topics, represent the company at industry meetings, draft communications, engage with GE HealthCare colleagues, and assist the Government Affairs & Policy team as needed.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree, have the ability to work out of the Washington, DC office, and maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.

What are the desired qualifications for candidates?

The desired qualifications include being a current Junior or Senior with target graduation dates between May 2025 and May 2026, along with excellent communication skills to clearly articulate technical problems.

Is there an opportunity for professional development within this internship?

Yes, GE HealthCare offers a great work environment that includes opportunities for professional development and challenging careers during the internship.

Will the intern need to be vaccinated against COVID-19?

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some customers may have vaccination mandates that could apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Will relocation assistance be provided for this position?

No, relocation assistance is not provided for this internship position.

What kind of research topics will the intern be expected to focus on?

The intern will conduct research on topics such as health AI, cybersecurity, international trade and supply chain, and health economics.

Can this internship lead to full-time employment opportunities?

While the internship is primarily for hands-on experience and skill development, successful interns may have opportunities for future positions within GE HealthCare, contingent upon performance and available openings.

Is this internship paid?

The job description does not specify, but GE HealthCare typically offers competitive compensation for internships; interested candidates should inquire during the application process.

Where is the internship located?

The internship will be primarily located in the Washington, DC office.

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Mission & Purpose

Every day millions of people feel the impact of our intelligent devices, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence. As a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator, GE HealthCare enables clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions through intelligent devices, data analytics, applications and services, supported by its Edison intelligence platform. With over 100 years of healthcare industry experience and around 50,000 employees globally, the company operates at the center of an ecosystem working toward precision health, digitizing healthcare, helping drive productivity and improve outcomes for patients, providers, health systems and researchers around the world. We embrace a culture of respect, transparency, integrity and diversity and we work to create a world where healthcare has no limits.