AstraZeneca

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We are looking for sophomore and junior students majoring in political science, communications, public policy, international affairs, marketing or a related field for a 12-week internship role in Washington, DC from May 18 2026 to August 7 2026. Position Description: Roles at our Washington, DC site are available in the below departments: Government Affairs Track congressional and agency activity to assess implications for AstraZeneca’s therapeutic areas and corporate priorities. Participate in staff-led engagements with congressional offices, agencies, and patient and provider advocacy organizations. Identify a priority business need, research and develop policy solutions, and present findings to internal colleagues for feedback and potential inclusion in departmental priorities. Political Programs Engage with PAC newsletter development, social media management, and budget support Corporate Communications Engage with Policy, Sustainability, and Partnerships specific projects with support for external and digital communications. Position Requirements: Sophomore and junior students majoring in political science, communications, public policy, international affairs, marketing or a related field. Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026. US Work Authorization is required at time of application. This role will not be offering CPT support. Experience and/or familiarity with internal and external communications, creative & digital, the US legislative and regulatory system, stakeholder relations, and data literacy preferred Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design. Experience with MS Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) required. Ability to report onsite to Washington, DC 3-5 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance. Compensation range: $31-32.50 per hour Date Posted 05-Dec-2025 Closing Date 30-Dec-2025 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.