Intern - Government Affairs

Government Affairs Intern

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs.

United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter's pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF).

The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option.

The selected intern will need to report onsite at the Silver Spring, MD office for the entire duration of the program which runs from May through August 2026. United Therapeutics does not provide housing or transportation. A stipend for relocation assistance may be provided on a case-by-case basis.

Program Highlights:

• Professional development opportunities and trainings provided throughout the program
• Participation in our "Get to Know UT" Speaker Series
• Ongoing and formal assessments of your work
• Opportunity to make an impactful difference in a patient centric environment
• Competitive pay up to 40 hours a week
• Each of our locations offer our interns full access to onsite amenities

Program Details:

• All internships are paid, up to 40 hours/week.
• Interns are responsible for arranging their housing and transportation. A relocation stipend may be provided for non-local candidates. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis.
• 2026 Internship Program Dates:
• Monday May 18th to Friday August 14th
• Monday June 1st to Friday August 28th

How you'll contribute:

As a Government Affairs Intern, you will work closely in collaboration with the Investor Relations, Strategic Operations, Risk Management, and Corporate Real Estate departments at United Therapeutics Corporation (UT). In this role, you will support the Government Affairs department in its engagement with local, state, federal, and international governments, advancement of policy initiatives, and management of regulatory issues.

This internship provides hands-on exposure to the realities of government affairs work, including preparing briefing materials, attending meetings, and monitoring the evolving political and regulatory environment. You will have the opportunity to build strong written and verbal communication skills, develop professional relationship-building abilities, and gain a practical understanding of advocacy, policy development, and community outreach.

A key feature of this role is its seasonal structure, which mirrors the real-world rhythm of government affairs work:

• Fall: Strategic preparation for upcoming state legislative sessions, including policy agenda development, stakeholder mapping, and briefing document creation. Small Domestic Travel (15%)

• Spring: Policy-focused work conducted primarily in the office, concentrating on legislative tracking, research, and analysis. Small Domestic Travel (15%)

• Summer: Increased travel (50+% Travelling) and external engagement, which will include attending conferences, industry events, and meetings with state lobbyists and partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must actively be a college student (rising junior or rising senior)
• Must be able to work a minimum of 30 hours a week at Silver Spring, MD office
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• Interest in government affairs, policy, advocacy, and United Therapeutics' mission
• Must have an active US Passport and/or Driver's License, as travel may be required as part of this internship
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Good communication abilities (written and verbal)

***Please include a cover letter with your application***

Preferred Qualifications:

• Majoring in Natural Sciences, Economics, History, Pre-Law or Political Science preferred. Other majors welcome to apply
• Prior experience working in government affairs, campaigns, or a related field

The salary for this position ranges from $22.50 to $22.50 per hour. The salary range is the range United Therapeutics Corporation in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting depending on the candidate's experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

At United Therapeutics, you'll realize quickly that it is not an ordinary place to work! When you join our company, you will learn, grow, contribute, have fun, and be challenged... all while making a difference in the lives of our patients.

Eligible employees may participate in the Company's comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit http://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.