We have the following openings:
Health Policy Manager or Director
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid, 2 days/week in office, usually Tuesday/Thursday)
Hours: Full-time
This is a terrific opportunity for a former Capitol Hill staffer, or someone who has worked effectively with Capitol Hill staff, who wants to influence health policy and the quality of medical care while working more reasonable hours than is typical of the Hill.
Must have experience working on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, or directly with Hill policy staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills are also required. The ideal candidate will have at least 1-3 years of experience working on Capitol Hill on health issues, preferably with HELP, Finance, Ways and Means, or Energy & Commerce staff, and will have an educational background that includes knowledge of medicine, healthcare, health policy, or public health.
Apply now for a position starting in July, August, or September. We hope to fill this position as soon as possible. Send a resume and cover letter explaining how your experience fits with our work and this job description, and including your available start date and salary requirements to Ava at info@center4research.org. The title of Manager or Director and salary will depend on expertise and experience.
Why This Position Is Unique
NCHR has a national reputation for influencing essential national conversations and actions on healthcare quality, patient safety, and the use of scientific evidence in policy decisions. The Health Policy Manager or Director will work with Capitol Hill staff and agency officials to shape how research evidence informs legislative efforts, federal agency decision-making, and public understanding of federal programs and policies.
The National Center for Health Research is a nonprofit public health think tank that conducts research, analyzes evidence, works with experts in the field as well as patient advocates, and explains the implications and ramifications of health-related policies to policymakers and their staff, the media, and the public. We do not accept funding from pharmaceutical companies, medical device companies, chemical companies, or companies with financial interest in our work. For more information about our Center’s policy work, see the “Speaking Out,” “We’re in the News,” and Research sections of www.center4research.org
Our office is in Washington, DC, next to Farragut Square, convenient to red, orange, blue, and silver metro lines. We all work in the office 2 days/week, usually Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Excellent benefits and salary commensurate with experience and relevant skills, with a starting salary ranging from $75,000-$140,000.
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Public Health/Epidemiology Intern – Fall 2026
The National Center for Health Research (NCHR) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization in Washington, D.C., dedicated to improving the health and safety of adults and children. We are seeking an MPH-level Public Health/Epidemiology Intern for Fall 2026, working in our office starting in August or September.
This is a hands-on opportunity for 2nd-year graduate students or recent graduate school graduates in public health, epidemiology, or a related field who want experience scrutinizing research results from published clinical trials or real-world quantitative data and explaining them to patients, policymakers, and the public.
What You’ll Do
Interns will work directly with NCHR staff on projects that may include:
- Conducting literature searches and reviewing medical and public health research
- Summarizing epidemiologic studies, clinical research, and government reports
- Identifying strengths, limitations, and gaps in health research
- Researching the safety and effectiveness of medical treatments and prevention strategies
- Summarizing the results in short, evidence-based articles and infographics
- Translating complex research findings into clear information for the public
- Fact-checking health claims using credible scientific and government sources
- Participating in staff discussions about current public health and health policy issues
Qualifications
Applicants must have a relevant graduate degree or have completed at least 2 semesters of a graduate program.
Strong candidates will have:
- Excellent research and writing skills
- Knowledge of epidemiology, public health statistics, and research methods
- Experience conducting literature searches and reviewing scientific studies
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- An interest in using scientific evidence to improve public health and health care
Schedule & Stipend
This internship is located in Washington, D.C. Interns are required to work in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays from approximately 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. and remotely for additional hours during the week.
Commitment: At least 20 hours/week for 12+ weeks
Stipend: 300–500/month
Positions: 1
How to Apply
Interested applicants should contact Ava at info@center4research.org with a résumé and cover letter describing their relevant coursework, health topics of interest, and experience evaluating research or communicating scientific findings to the public.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until filled.
Health Communications Internship
The National Center for Health Research (NCHR) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization in Washington, D.C., dedicated to improving the health and safety of adults and children. We are seeking 2 grad school-level interns for the Fall semester, starting in August or September.
Our Health Communications Internships require a commitment of at least 20 hours/week for at least 12 weeks. This is a hands-on opportunity for current grad students or recent graduates in communications, journalism, or public health. Interns will work directly with NCHR staff on research, writing, and social media to support our mission of providing evidence-based information about medical and health topics that everyone can use.
We are looking for interns who are intellectually curious, reliable, strong communicators, and excited to learn more about how a national nonprofit organization communicates health information to the public.
What You’ll Do
Intern responsibilities may include:
- Researching current and emerging health topics
- Conducting literature searches and reviewing scientific and medical research
- Writing and assisting with articles, fact sheets, website content, and other health materials
- Translating complex health and research information into clear, engaging language for the general public
- Developing and posting content for NCHR’s social media platforms
- Identifying timely and trending health topics for social media and other communications
- Fact-checking health information and claims using credible scientific and government sources
- Seeking research information with implications for improving the quality of medical treatments and prevention strategies on cancer, Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and many other health topics as well as environmental health topics.
- Participating in staff meetings and discussions about current public health topics
Applicants must have a relevant graduate degree or have completed at least 2 semesters of a graduate program.
Successful candidates will:
- Have strong research and writing skills
- Be able to explain complicated health information in clear, everyday language
- Have experience in social media and public health communications
- Have strong attention to detail
- Be organized, dependable, and able to meet deadlines
- Enjoy learning and contributing ideas
Where and When
This is a hybrid internship based in Washington, DC.
Interns and staff are required to work in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays from approximately 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Interns will also work remotely at least 6 additional hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays.
Stipend: $300-$500 per month
Positions Available: 2
How to Apply
Interested applicants should contact Ava at info@center4research.org. Please include your résumé and a cover letter explaining how your goals and interests fit with this internship, and the hours and weeks you are available.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until both positions are filled.