Government Affairs Intern

Help shape health policy with real-world impact   The Cigna Group Government Affairs internship offers hands-on experience in advocacy and public policy. You will join the Washington, DC Government Affairs team and help advance practical policy positions that support the health and vitality of our customers and communities. You will learn from experienced colleagues, contribute to meaningful work, and gain exposure to leaders across the organization.

Analyze health care delivery, legislative, and regulatory policy issues.   Research and support policy development and high-level briefing projects.   Communicate findings clearly through concise written materials and presentations.   Partner on cross-functional projects with Advocacy, Public Policy, Executive Government Affairs, International, and other teams.   Support stakeholder engagement and participate in discussions with senior leaders.   Take part in a guided mentoring experience and contribute as an active member of the team.   What you need to do the job   Interest in a career in government affairs, public policy, or health care policy.   General understanding of government processes and current health policy issues.   Strong research, analysis, judgment, and problem-solving skills.   Clear and persuasive written and verbal communication skills.   Ability to collaborate, bring new ideas , manage priorities, and follow through on commitments.   Coursework or experience in public policy, government, political science, health policy, or a related area is preferred.   Location and work authorization   This internship is based in Washington, DC.   Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.   If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload. About Cigna Healthcare Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please email seeyourself@thecignagroup.com for assistance.  Please note that this email inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests only and cannot provide application updates or accept resumes. The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.