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Form of workJob DescriptionWhen you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you'll be supported in achieving your career goals. Our staff members are committed to making a difference in our organization, for our client partners and the patients we serve.
We seek individuals with proven competencies and strong character to help lead our organization now and into the future.How will you make an impact?* Gain first-hand experience working alongside lobbyists who are promoting ground breaking life sciences research and technologies.* Contribute to U.S. and global lobbying projects and assist with the company's Political Action Committee (PAC).* Manage projects that advance Thermo Fisher's leadership position in diagnostics, biomedical research, precision medicine, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and other science policy topics.* Work with the U.S. federal Government Relations team to support advocacy initiatives, including attending meetings with House and Senate offices, trade associations and government agencies.* Attend congressional briefings, hearings, trade association meetings, and similar events and provide concise written and verbal feedback to the Government Relations team.* Draft correspondence, talking points and background materials for use by the Government Relations team and executives with government officials and agencies.* Coordinate details for government leaders and other VIP visits to our global sites.* Support Government Relations efforts involving our corporate social responsibility and communications teams on special projects that grow Thermo Fisher's reputation and demonstrate our role in scientific discovery and our impact on our communities.* Complete and present on a major capstone project - the execution of a Congressional Briefing - in support of the Government Relations team, by the end of the internship.Start Date: This internship is set to begin May 2024 for a duration of 10-12 weeks - dependent upon student availability per academic calendars.Compensation & Relocation: Our Undergraduate-level internships offer an hourly rate between $18.50 - $24.50 dependent upon the location you are supporting (aligned to respective cost-of-living guidelines).
Additionally, a relocation stipend is offered in the amount of $5,000 if necessary. Student must be located 50+ miles away from the physical location of the internship to be eligible for the relocation stipend.How will you get here?* Rising Senior completing Bachelors degree in Political Science, Politics, or a related discipline between December 2024 and June 2025.* Consistent track record of results demonstrating integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.* Energized through championing change, driven in getting results, and savvy in navigating ambiguity.* Ability to interact with and influence colleagues via excellent interpersonal skills.* High degree of emotional intelligence and strong professional presence.To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status. Thermo Fisher does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience.ACCESSIBILITY / DISABILITY ACCESS: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for participants requiring accommodations in the job application process.
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