BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.
Internship program dates: June 8 - August 21, 2026
Education Required: Current undergraduate (3+ years completed) or graduate student enrolled in a program for Political Science, Communications, Government Affairs, Public Policy, Public Health or Global Health with an interest in health/biotech/life sciences policy & communications
General Description/Scope of Responsibilities (Internship):
BeOne Corporate Affairs-Alliance Development North America team is responsible for building, advancing and defending public profile of the organization and supporting advocacy efforts on federal, state level.
The Advocacy-Policy Intern will have the opportunity to develop skills in advocacy-focused communications, policy research, and strategic support across Patient Advocacy, Policy, and Alliance Development functions. This role will support internal and external initiatives aimed at advancing patient-centered policy priorities and strengthening stakeholder engagement.
Tactical deliverables may include development of advocacy and policy tools (e.g., briefs, issue summaries, messaging frameworks, stakeholder maps, and reference materials), synthesis of policy and advocacy research, and operational support for advocacy initiatives and alliance activities.
The internship is designed to provide meaningful exposure to health policy, patient advocacy strategy, and corporate communications within a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
Essential Functions of the job:
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex policy, scientific, or advocacy topics into clear and concise materials
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams; a proactive, solution-oriented approach is essential
- Accountability for assigned deliverables, including tracking progress, communicating updates, identifying risks or issues, and ensuring timely completion of projects
- Ability to conduct research, analyze information, and synthesize findings into actionable insights for internal stakeholders
Computer Skills:
- Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams)
- Comfort working with virtual collaboration tools and document management systems and AI
Other Qualifications:
- Interest in pursuing a career in health policy, patient advocacy, public affairs, communications, or the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in public policy, public health, communications, life sciences, health economics, or a related field
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment
- Strong organizational, analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated interest in patient-centered approaches and advocacy-driven work
- Embraces company core values and competencies
Travel: possible
Pay Rates:
Bachelors: $27/hour USD
Global Competencies
When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.
- Fosters Teamwork
- Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
- Self-Awareness
- Acts Inclusively
- Demonstrates Initiative
- Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Continuous Learning
- Embraces Change
- Results-Oriented
- Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis
- Financial Excellence
- Communicates with Clarity
BeOne is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeOne Medicines Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. BeOne does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and any other applicable federal, state or local laws, applicants who require reasonable accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected].
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