Health Policy Intern

McDermott+ (McDermottPlus) is a Washington DC-based healthcare consulting and data analytics firm, serving a wide range of clients including life science companies, health systems, physician groups, health plans, and other healthcare clients.

With us, you’ll find:

• A Firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!

• Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.

• Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work/life balance.  

• Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. 

Job Description:

The Health Policy Intern will work with all members of the McDermott+ team to support the development of policy insights, identify policy alternatives, analyze and frame challenges, and advance business solutions for clients. The Health Policy Intern will have the opportunity to delve into a variety of projects and gain valuable knowledge of key issues within the nation’s health care system.

Program hours are M-F 9:00-5:00 PM
• Candidates will be asked about availability as part of the screening process – nonnegotiable availability for Monday morning and 9:00-5:00 Tues-Thurs
• Monday and Friday offer more flexibility and will be partial days, with hours mutually agreed upon as determined by the business

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: ​

• Attend and summarize Congressional hearings, MedPAC, MACPAC, and policy stakeholder meetings
• Track key federal and state health care legislative initiatives and policy developmentsT
• Develop fact sheets, testimony transcripts, infographics, and other materials for clients and public distribution
• Conduct research on various topics, as assigned (including on health policy topics like Medicaid waivers, legislative activity, etc.)
• Provide timely written updates of breaking legislation and pressing issues
• Collect relevant health care data to assist team member projects
• Assist with market access projects, including tracking Medicare coding developments
• Learn about the health care policy process in Washington and how policy reforms impact the health care market

Job Specifications:

• Graduate MPH, MPP or JD students are strongly preferred. Candidates must be at least a college senior.
• Candidates must have an interest in health policy.
• Candidates should be able to dedicate at least 24 hours per week for the duration of the internship.
• Strong written and oral communications skills are imperative. Candidates should demonstrate initiative, be highly organized, be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines, and be attentive to detail.

Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
Target Hiring Range $20 - $25/hour
Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWE provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear

• Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Work Environment:

Typical indoor office environment

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.