Public Policy Intern - Summer 2027

Location: DC-WASHINGTON, 1001 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW, STE 710, United States of America

Anticipated End Date

2026-12-31

Position Title

Public Policy Intern - Summer 2027

Job Description

Public Policy Intern – Summer 2027

Location: District of Columbia (Washington, DC)

This role requires associates to work from the posted locations full-time, enabling consistent face-to-face collaboration, teamwork, and direct engagement. This policy promotes an environment built on in-person interaction, communication, and immediate support. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law.

The Public Policy Intern will support Elevance Health’s public policy team by analyzing federal and state policy developments affecting healthcare and preparing policy summaries and other written materials.  Working with team members, the intern will contribute to the development of public policy positions and strategic initiatives.

The Public Policy Internship program is a 12-week, full-time program running from May 17th, 2027 – August 6th, 2027. This internship is offered in partnership with Indiana University’s Capital Campus program, with recruitment focused on Indiana University students.

How you will make an impact

Track federal and state legislation, regulations, and other developments affecting healthcare

Review policy proposals to identify key provisions, proposed changes to existing policy, and potential implications for the organization and people it serves

Draft issue briefs, policy summaries, and presentations to support internal discussions and policy development

Attend policy briefings and create detailed summaries to document key insights

Assist team members in developing and refining public policy positions, recommendations, and responses to policy proposals

Minimum Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a BA/BS or an MA/MS degree program in public policy, health policy, public health, political science, health administration, business, or related major. Candidates pursuing other majors who have demonstrated interest in or experience with public policy will also be considered.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences

Interest in public policy and the healthcare industry

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an interest in developing presentation skills

Strong problem-solving, strategic-thinking, analytical, and organizational skills.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including AI tools such as Copilot.

Candidates graduating in Dec 2027 or May 2028 with a 3.2 GPA or higher are preferred. Other candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will also be considered.

If this job is assigned to any Government Business Division entity, the applicant and incumbent fall under a 'sensitive position' work designation and may be subject to additional requirements beyond those associates outside Government Business Divisions.  Requirements include but are not limited to more stringent and frequent background checks and/or government clearances, segregation of duties principles, role specific training, monitoring of daily job functions, and sensitive data handling instructions.  Associates in these jobs must follow the specific policies, procedures, guidelines, etc. as stated by the Government Business Division in which they are employed.

For candidates working in person or virtually in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is $19.78 to $28.26

Location(s): District of Columbia (Washington, DC)

In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company.  The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws.

• The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Job Level

Non-Management Non-Exempt

Workshift

Job Family

ADM > Intern

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Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional