ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Internship Pharmaceutical Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

PhRMA

Fall Internship, Public Affairs

Washington, DC · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

PhRMA Public Affairs Internship The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an internship candidate to support Public Affairs Department initiatives, activities, and ...

University of New Mexico

HS Research Splst

Albuquerque, NM

$17.50 - $24/hr

The College of Pharmacy has graduated over 3,400 students and 81% of New Mexico's pharmacist ... The role also includes mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior staff, interns, and ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsPharmaceutical Research JobsInternship Pharmaceutical Research Jobs

Internship Pharmaceutical Research information

See salary details

$2.1K

$6.4K

$7.8K

How much do internship pharmaceutical research jobs pay per month?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average monthly pay for internship pharmaceutical research in the United States is $6,439.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $4,416.67 and $7,666.67 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Pharmaceutical Research vs Pharmaceutical Research Scientist?

AspectInternship Pharmaceutical ResearchPharmaceutical Research Scientist
Required CredentialsTypically enrolled in or recent graduate with a relevant degreeAdvanced degree (Master's or PhD) often required
Work EnvironmentTraining-focused, supervised, temporaryFull-time, independent research roles in labs
Employer & Industry UsageInternships offered by pharmaceutical companies, research institutesResearch and development departments in pharma companies, academia
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level opportunities, training rolesCareer advancement, research roles, expertise development

In summary, Internship Pharmaceutical Research is an entry-level, training-focused position for students or recent graduates, while Pharmaceutical Research Scientist is a full-time professional role requiring advanced education and experience in conducting research within the pharmaceutical industry.

What cities are hiring for Internship Pharmaceutical Research jobs? Cities with the most Internship Pharmaceutical Research job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Pharmaceutical Research jobs? The most popular types of Pharmaceutical Research jobs are:
What states have the most Internship Pharmaceutical Research jobs? States with the most job openings for Internship Pharmaceutical Research jobs include:
Internship Pharmaceutical Research jobs near you

Fall Internship, International Advocacy

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America

Washington, DC • On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Other

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Overview
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an intern to support International Advocacy Department initiatives, activities, and priorities. The Intern will broadly assist members of the International Department, supporting the department's policy team and advocacy efforts.
Department Description:
PhRMA's International department coordinates and supports advocacy around the world, while working closely with other national and regional trade associations. The international advocacy program focuses on:

  • Government pricing and reimbursement policies
  • Strengthening intellectual property protection
  • Regulatory reform
  • Expanding information to patients in priority countries around the world
  • Global health and pandemic preparedness
This is a paid position. This internship will run from September 14th through December 11th, 2026, and the intern will work up to 37.5 hours per week for a 3-month term.
Responsibilities
The Intern's responsibilities may include:
  • Measuring access to new medicines and vaccines, and pharmaceutical R&D trends across multiple countries.
  • Researching pharmaceutical pricing and reimbursement policies.
  • Quantifying the impact of various cost-containment policies around the world.
  • Researching global health policies and multilateral initiatives with private sector implications.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  • Current or recent graduate or undergraduate student with an interest in health/life sciences policy.
  • Experience or interest in quantitative methods, such as statistics, biostatistics, economics, or econometrics.
  • Experience in statistical software or programming languages, such as SQL, SAS, Stata, R, Python, etc., as well as the ability to write basic formulas in Microsoft Excel.
  • The ability to synthesize data and apply it to policy development.
  • Organizational and project management skills.
  • Curiosity about current pharmaceutical industry trends, international health systems, and/or analytic methods.
  • Experience and interest in pharmaceutical industry initiatives in global public health policy, including in multilateral organizations.
Potential Salary
  • $25 - $35 per hour based on the level of the degree program.

Who we are
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) represents the country's leading innovative biopharmaceutical research companies, which are laser focused on developing innovative medicines that transform lives and create a healthier world. Together, we are fighting for solutions to ensure patients can access and afford medicines that prevent, treat and cure disease. Over the last decade, PhRMA member companies have invested more than $850 billion in the search for new treatments and cures, and they support nearly five million jobs in the United States.
Connect with PhRMA
For information on how innovative medicines save lives, please visit:
www.PhRMA.org
www.Innovation.org
www.Americasmedicines.org
www.Facebook.com/PhRMA
www.Twitter.com/PhRMA
Equal Opportunity Employer
PhRMA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
The job description contains an overview of the activities and duties for this role. Responsibilities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time.

Apply