Health Policy Intern, Economic Program (Fall 2025)

Third Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political ideas. Since our founding in 2005, we have served as a critical bulwark against political extremism by advancing values-driven, reform-oriented solutions on the defining issues of our time. Our work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, security, and democratic capitalism, and we advocate for the vital center across seven major areas: climate and energy, economy, education, health care, national security, politics, and social policy.

We are seeking a Health Policy Intern who is eager to learn about health care policy, help advance solutions to lower costs and expand access and contribute to Third Way’s mission of defending and building on the Affordable Care Act. If you enjoy research, writing, and engaging with policy issues that affect all Americans, this is the internship for you.

The Health Policy Intern will:

• Conduct research and compile analysis on health care trends, policy proposals, and federal legislation;

• Support the health policy team in drafting memos, blog posts, fact sheets, and other written content that translates complex health care issues into clear, compelling language;

• Track congressional hearings and news developments related to health policy;

• Assist in the preparation of policy briefings and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including Hill staff, industry leaders, and advocacy organizations;

• Collaborate with other teams—such as communications, development, and events—to promote health policy initiatives and digital content;

• Update press lists and partnership contacts.
  
  

Internship Short-Term Projects:

• Compiling press contacts from regional and national outlets.

Internship Long-Term Projects:

• To be determined based on team needs.
  

*Please note all duties and events will require in-office participation. All Third Way staff are required to be vaccinated. This is a part-time, PAID INTERNSHIP. *

This might be the job for you, if you…

• Are a current student or recent graduate with a strong interest in health care policy, politics, or public policy;

• Have excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex topics for a general audience;

• Want to learn how policy ideas are developed, communicated, and advanced in Washington;

• Are proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized;

• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally;

• Are curious, adaptable, and eager for professional development;

• Are passionate about making an impact and contributing to Third Way’s mission to champion moderate, solutions-focused ideas.

In the Third Way Culture, we are looking for…

• Self-starters: People who see and seize opportunities, take risks, learn from failure, and will bring a sustained passion for our mission;

• Collaborators: People who work in teams—sharing ideas, brainstorming, co-authoring products, and advancing its shared priorities;

• Creators: People who foster divergent thinking and aren’t afraid to take on the orthodoxies of the left or the right. Team members come up with original insights, find unique ways to look at data, and challenge their preconceptions;

• Results-oriented: People who function with an organizational commitment to clear objectives, ambitious timelines, accountability for results, and a focus on impact;

• Respectful: People who embrace the diverse perspectives of everyone and fosters the values of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness at all times.

The Internship Program runs from Tuesday, September 9th, 2025, through Thursday, December 18th, 2025.
Interns work part-time, in-person, and are paid $19.00/hour.  

Third Way is an equal-opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable laws.