Government Affairs & Public Policy, Internship Headquarters Office, 625 State Street, Schenectady, New York, United States of America Req #2465 Friday, March 7, 2025 At MVP Health Care, our commitment to meeting the needs of our customers goes beyond our health plans. To achieve this,we’re looking for a **Government Affairs & Public Policy Intern** to join #TeamMVP. This opportunity is for you if you are a curious individual looking to gain experience in regulatory and public policy development, compliance analysis, and internal communications. As an intern,you’ll dive into a world of innovation, working alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about transforming the health care industry. This is more than just an internship; it’s a chance to grow, learn, and contribute to the well-being of our greater community. **What’s** **in it for you:** Our internship programis designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience. As an MVP intern, you will have the opportunity for: + **Continuous Learning** : Enhance your skills with micro-learning opportunities and gain essential career and industry knowledge. + **Innovative Projects** : Work on future-focused projects and initiatives that address real-world healthcare challenges. + **Networking** : Build connections with industry leaders and peers through exclusive events. + **Mentorship** : Receive guidance from experienced mentors in our values-driven workplace to navigate your professional growth. + **Community Engagement** :Participate in service projects to create new connections and embrace MVP's commitment to supporting our communities. + **Balance & Well-Being** : Take part in organizational well-being programming and initiatives that supportoptimum balance in your personal and professional life. + An opportunity to shape the future of health care by joining a team recognized as a **Best Place to Work** **For** **in the NY Capital District** , one of **the Best Companies to Work** **For** **in New York** , and an **Inclusive Workplace** . **Qualifications** **you’ll** **bring:** + Degree or Equivalent: Interest in political science, public policy, public health, or a related field; in good academic standing. + Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. + Strong verbal and written communication skills. + Discreetness and ability to maintain confidentiality. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. **Your key responsibilities:** + Research and track key regulatory and public policy developments. + Update internal SharePoint site(s) for business education and awareness. + Aid in regulatory and business compliance analysis and auditing. + Compile notes from external regulatory and public policy discussions. + Draft and distribute key internal communications. + Support special projects as needed. + Other duties as assigned by leadership. **Where** **you’ll** **be:** Hybrid (onsite highly encouraged); Schenectady, NY **Pay Transparency** MVP Health Care is committed to providing competitive employee compensation and benefits packages. The base pay range provided for this role reflects our good faith compensation estimate at the time of posting. MVP adheres to pay transparency nondiscrimination principles. Specific employment offers and associated compensation will be extended individually based on several factors, including but not limited to geographic location; relevant experience, education, and training; and the nature of and demand for the role. We do not request current or historical salary information from candidates. **MVP's Inclusion Statement** At MVP Health Care, we believe creating healthier communities begins with nurturing a healthy workplace. As an organization, we strive to create space for individuals from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life to have a voice and thrive. Our shared curiosity and connectedness make us stronger, and our unique perspectives are catalysts for creativity and collaboration. MVP is an equal opportunity employer and recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, familial status, physical or mental disability, handicapping condition, medical condition, pregnancy status, predisposing genetic characteristics or information, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, Vietnam-era or special disabled Veteran or other legally protected classifications. To support a safe, drug-free workplace, pre-employment criminal background checks and drug testing are part of our hiring process. If you require accommodations during the application process due to a disability, please contact our Talent team at hr@mvphealthcare.com . **Other details** + Job Family Internships + Pay Type Hourly + Min Hiring Rate $18.00 + Max Hiring Rate $25.00 + Headquarters Office, 625 State Street, Schenectady, New York, United States of America <