Policy Intern (Hybrid)
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The American Medical Association seeks a Policy Intern to support policy development and analysis related to healthcare issues. The internship offers hands-on exposure to policy research, tracking, resolution development, policy matrix analysis, meeting support, and AMA governance processes. The intern works with policy analysts and internal stakeholders on special projects and emerging healthcare issues, receiving guidance while building policy-field experience. The hybrid position reports to the Chicago office one day per week.
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Policy Intern (Hybrid)
Chicago IL
The American Medical Association (AMA) is the nation's largest professional Association of physicians and a non-profit organization. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our Mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.
At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people-first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best. Together, we advance meaningful change in health care and the communities we serve.
We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility. We invite you to learn more about us and we look forward to getting to know you.
We have an opportunity for aPolicy Intern (Hybrid) on our Marketing & Member Experience - Marketing Programs team. This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL office, requiring 1 day a week in the office.
As a Policy Intern, you will provide support for policy development and analysis related to healthcare issues, while also contributing to the day-to-day policy work of the Sections area. This internship is designed to offer hands-on experience in the research, tracking, development, and advancement of AMA policy, with a particular focus on special projects and emerging issues in all areas of healthcare. Working closely with policy analysts and other internal stakeholders, the intern will assist with policy research, resolution development, policy matrix analysis, and meeting support. The intern will also gain exposure to AMA governance processes through attendance at reference committees, policy committee meetings, and collaboration across teams.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This role is intended for an individual who is building experience within the policy field and seeking broader exposure to health policy development. The intern will perform a range of assignments related to policy analysis and development, receive guidance and direction, and continue to build knowledge of AMA mission-driven work and organizational processes.
The American Medical Association is located at 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation in Chicago.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran or disability status.
THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION
How this job compares
Set against the 451 open Policy Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$91–135K/yr288 salary ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 451 open Policy Analyst jobs across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
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- Education
- 234 of the 451 open Policy Analyst jobs (52%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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