Health Justice Graduate Intern

Job Description

Fall 2026 Health Justice Graduate Intern | National Partnership for Women & Families

The Tone:
This is a graduate intern position at National Partnership for Women & Families, located in Washington, DC, operating in a hybrid environment. The National Partnership is a 50-person organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and families by achieving equality for all women. This role is crucial for supporting the Health Justice team in advancing progressive health policy priorities and addressing systemic racism that drives health inequities.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time (15-25 hours per week) or full-time (26-37.50 hours per week)
• Location: Hybrid, Washington, DC
• Pay: $17.95–$18.40 hourly
• Team: Health Justice team
• Mission: Advance progressive health policy, focusing on health system transformation, reproductive health and rights, and maternal health, to combat systemic racism and health inequities.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Policy Analysis: Research and analyze current policy issues affecting women and families.
• Content Creation: Draft briefs, memoranda, fact sheets, and other written materials for various audiences.
• Legislative Tracking: Monitor federal legislation and regulatory actions related to health policy.
• Engagement & Representation: Attend coalition meetings, briefings, and hearings on Capitol Hill and other DC venues.
• Strategic Contribution: Contribute directly to initiatives aimed at transforming healthcare payment and delivery, improving maternal care, and ensuring access to reproductive health services.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently pursuing a Master’s degree or other advanced degree (e.g., MPH, MPP, MPA, MSW, JD).
• Experience: Demonstrated academic capability in research and analysis through advanced studies.
• Skills: Excellent research, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and take initiative; ability to work both independently and collaboratively; a commitment to the Partnership’s mission.