Associate Director, Center for Health Policy and the Law
Events Intern
Social Media Intern
Associate Director, Center for Health Policy and the Law
The O’Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law at Georgetown University Law Center is seeking an associate director for the Center for Health Policy and the Law (CHPL).
The associate director of the Center for Health Policy and the Law will be responsible for supporting the Center’s work to study and demystify the important role that litigation and the courts play in health policy. While the Center supports research on a wide array of health policy topics, the associate director’s portfolio will focus on litigation and policies on the Medicare Advantage program and lowering health care costs, especially in the commercial market.
Among other responsibilities, the associate director will (1) help support policymakers and partners by providing expert legal technical assistance; (2) track and analyze policy developments and relevant litigation, including by advising on the development of and contributing to the Center’s Health Care Litigation Tracker; and (3) communicate the importance of relevant litigation to the public through timely publications, media engagement, and by otherwise serving as a hub for critical, timely information about health policy litigation. The associate director will also be responsible for advancing the mission of the O’Neill Institute, including supporting the leadership team as needed and participating in strategic program planning to advance the goals of the Institute’s domestic health law portfolio.
The position follows a hybrid work model that supports a blend of in-office work (on the Georgetown University Law Center campus in Washington, D.C.) and telework. The associate director will receive a competitive salary and outstanding benefits.
Primary Responsibilities
Program Management (70%)
- Conducting substantive subject matter research and offering technical assistance to federal and state policymakers on Medicare Advantage or commercial health care costs
- Developing and drafting timely publications (e.g., white papers, policy memoranda, etc.)
- Coordinating with Center and O’Neill Institute associates, fellows, research assistants, and external partners
- Supporting the oversight and coordination of project-specific events (e.g., colloquia, conferences, lectures, etc.)
Strategic Planning (15%)
- Assisting in long-term strategic planning for the Center for Health Policy and the Law and the O’Neill Institute
Institute Leadership (15%)
- Mentoring the Center’s senior associates, associates, fellows, and Institute staff on relevant topics, including scholarship and career development
- Engaging with the broader Institute through regular staff meetings, supporting annual Institute conferences or projects, and informing organizational development as needed
- Mentoring LL.M. students by attending LL.M. activities and supporting career development for program alumni, as needed or requested by Institute leadership or the LL.M. director
Who Are We Looking For
Required
- J.D. and 5–7 years of relevant professional experience
- Significant legal or public policy experience
- Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills
- Ability to research, evaluate, and summarize laws, regulations, and case law
- Working understanding of federal courts and related legal processes
- Experience guiding and managing junior staff
- Strong interest in advancing domestic health policy to improve access and lower health care costs
Preferred
- Background in Medicare Advantage policy and/or health care cost containment
- Experience with administrative law, constitutional law, and federal regulatory processes
- Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail
Role Responsibilities and Impact
The associate director will use the above skills to support policymakers, track legal trends, and communicate about the important role that litigation plays in health policy. This will include providing unbiased and independent technical assistance to policymakers as well as translating new legal developments in health policy to lay audiences. Through these efforts, the associate director will help inform the public debate on health policy legal issues by developing original policy-relevant legal analysis, engaging the media, and supporting events on health legal issues. Work may include conducting original research and drafting legal memoranda and other materials; collaborating with policymakers, staff, and other subject matter experts; coordinating coalition efforts, including the development of amicus briefs; attending or making presentations at conferences and other meetings; and responding to media requests.
How to Apply:
Please click here to apply via the Georgetown careers portal.
Events Intern
The O’Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law at Georgetown Law is seeking an events intern to support the communications and events team with the virtual, hybrid, and in-person events we host across our initiatives and centers.
The events intern is a paid, part-time position. Students typically work 15-20 hours a week. Interns will primarily work on a hybrid schedule for the spring 2025 internship. In-person attendance will be required typically at least a few times a week.
Primary Responsibilities
- Work with O’Neill’s senior events manager to execute events from the planning stages through post-event wrap-up
- Research off-site event venues and potential vendors
- Coordinate with vendors and provide support on catering arrangements
- Create run-of-show documents
- Maintain inventory of event supplies
- Create and manage event registration forms
- Assist with event logistics, including placing room reservations, maintaining events calendar, and providing on-site event support
- Download, edit, and upload event recordings
- Perform duties as assigned
Who Are We Looking For
Required
- A current Georgetown student
- Proficient in English
- Strong communications skills, both oral and written
- Excellent attention to detail and able to work well with little supervision
- Excellent time management skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Suite
- Experience in Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Reddit, Twitter, and YouTube
Preferred
- Proficiency in Spanish
- Photography experience
- Proficiency in graphic design, audio, or video editing is a bonus
- Proficiency in Airtable and Slack
How to Apply:
To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, and writing sample with subject [Events Intern_Last Name] to workatoneill@georgetown.edu.
Social Media Intern
The O’Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law at Georgetown University Law Center is seeking a social media intern to support the communications team with content writing, strategy, social media analytics, and more.
The social media intern is a paid, part-time program. Students typically work 15 to 20 hours a week. Interns will be expected to be on site at the Georgetown Law campus a few times a week.
Primary Responsibilities
- Work with O’Neill’s communications team to advance the institute’s social media presence and identify other platforms that should be used
- Support the communications team in creating a social media content calendar
- Draft short-form and long-form content for Twitter/X, Instagram, BlueSky, and LinkedIn to reach O’Neill’s key target audiences
- Assist in implementing digital strategies for center-specific campaigns and for O’Neill more broadly
- Create social media graphics for reports, expert commentary, events, and other products
- Track social media analytics
- Support on edits and updates to the website
- Support the communications team as needed
Who Are We Looking For
Required
- A current Georgetown student
- Proficient in English
- Strong communications skills, both oral and written
- Detail-oriented and able to work well with little supervision
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Suite
- Experience with short-form video content for Instagram
- Experience in Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Reddit, Twitter, and YouTube
- Experience with video/photo editing apps
- Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and isn’t afraid to jump into the action
Preferred
- Proficiency in Spanish
How to Apply:
To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, and writing sample with subject [Social Media Intern_Last Name] to workatoneill@georgetown.edu.