Public Affairs - Summer Intern at Ascendis Pharma

Princeton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

34.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research, Writing, Analytical Skills, Microsoft Office, Public Affairs, Health Care Policy, Communications, Patient Advocacy, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Independent Work, Collaborative Work, Fast-Paced Environment

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

We are a dynamic, growing biopharma company with offices in Denmark, Germany and the United States. Today, we’re advancing programs in Endocrinology Rare Disease, Oncology, and Ophthalmology. Join our dynamic team as a Public Affairs Summer Intern and gain invaluable experience in one of the most critical areas of the industry. We are committed to making a meaningful difference for patients. This internship will provide hands-on experience for a qualified candidate and can be a meaningful opportunity to gain exposure to an essential function within the industry. Key Responsibilities: Develop bi-weekly media report on top stories in industry-specific outlets, summarizing relevant rare disease, industry and healthcare coverage to be shared internally. Support and manage content management for Ascendis US Linked page. Assist in storyboarding, coordination and filming of patient videos for use in social media and on the US affiliate website Participate in team meetings and planning discussions to gain exposure to public affairs strategy and execution across functions. Desired Skills and Qualifications: · Strong research, writing, and analytical skills · Proficient in Microsoft Office (PPT, Excel, Word) · Interest in public affairs, health care policy, communications, and/or patient advocacy · Enrolled undergraduate student Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in communications, public health, public affairs or related field. Excellent communication and presentation skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This internship will pay $26-34/hr depending on your years of education completed. This is a summer internship position with a duration of 8-12 weeks. You will be an external W2 contractor reporting to an Ascendis manager, no Ascendis benefits will be provided for this limited duration contract. Opportunity for mentorship and professional development.

Responsibilities

The intern will develop bi-weekly media reports summarizing industry-specific coverage and support content management for the company's LinkedIn page. Additionally, they will assist in creating patient videos for social media and participate in public affairs strategy discussions.