Government Affairs & Policy Internship

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Career Programs

Job Sub Function:

Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category:

Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:

Madrid, Spain

Job Description:

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

What you will do:

• Support the Government Affairs & Policy team, under appropriate supervision, in monitoring and analysing healthcare, pharmaceutical, innovation and regulatory policy developments at Spanish and European level.
• Assist in the preparation of briefing materials, stakeholder maps, meeting summaries, presentations and reports for internal and external engagements, receiving guidance from team members as part of their professional development.
• Contribute to the monitoring of legislative and policy initiatives with potential impact on the healthcare sector and Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, under the supervision of the Government Affairs & Policy team.
• Provide support in the organization and coordination of meetings, events and interactions with industry associations, public administrations, policymakers, patient organizations and other healthcare stakeholders.
• Assist in researching and compiling information related to healthcare systems, access to innovation, competitiveness, sustainability and public policy priorities, while developing an understanding of the healthcare policy environment.
• Learn about healthcare policy, public affairs, regulatory environment and advocacy activities within the pharmaceutical industry, gaining exposure to cross-functional collaboration with medical, regulatory, market access, communications and commercial teams.
• Support the preparation of internal communications and policy updates to help raise awareness of relevant healthcare policy developments across the organization.
• Participate in team projects and day-to-day activities under supervision, developing analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills in a professional environment.
• Report all suspected adverse reactions, serious or non-serious, I may be aware of within a maximum of 24 hours after becoming aware of them and communicate them to the Pharmacovigilance Department.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Political Science, Government Affairs, European Studies, International Relations, Public Policy, Law (with a focus on international or public affairs), or a related field.
• Strong interest and understanding of politics, European Union affairs, public policy, and regulatory topics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency, accountability, and reliability in delivering high-quality work.
• Solid foundation in project management principles and the ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously.
• Strong digital literacy and proficiency with modern workplace technologies and collaboration tools.
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts, adapt to changing priorities, and take on new challenges.
• Proficient level of English.

We offer:

• Duration of the internship -  1 years
• Start date: January 2027
• 1000 € per month
• Full time
• Location : Madrid

 

 

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Dado que esta posición se publica en un pais sujeto a los requisitos de transparencia salarial de la EU, el equipo de Adquisición de talentos proporcionara información sobre el rango salarial a petición y a los candidatos invitados a una entrevista.