Public Affairs - Summer Intern

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

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.