Charles River Associates

Intern/Policy Consulting (Life Sciences practice) - Summer 2027

Rolling deadline

Internship

Science

Pay TBC

Year groups

Not specified

Deadline

Rolling deadline

Field

Science

Sector

Research & Academia

Year groups

Penultimate Year, PhD / Postgraduate Research

Key facts

Updated: 02 Oct 2026
During your internship you may work on a variety of project types, including but not limited to: Policy projects: helps clients anticipate how healthcare policies will evolve and what this means for access to medicines and future innovation.

Overview

What you'll do

Our dedicated Policy team works with Life Sciences companies, industry associations, government organizations, and advocacy groups to anticipate and respond to policy challenges.

Eligibility

Penultimate year or final year Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree candidates with strong academic performance from a top-tier institution (minimum 2:1) with focused study in biological sciences, economics (or related subjects including business, health economics and policy, public policy), physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or other STEM discipline, Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel), plus an understanding of how to conduct internet research Proficiency using and analysing quantitative data to answer questions, Experience with, or keen interest in, Life Sciences industry and healthcare, Understanding of economic concepts and business processes, as well as familiarity with essential consulting methodologies, tools and techniques, Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills (additional languages beyond English are helpful), Strong self-management (detail orientation, effective time management, ability to prioritise), Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership, Excellent teamwork and collaboration capabilities, Clear and demonstrated interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, activities, or attendance at CRA recruiting events, Willingness and ability to undertake occasional travel to clients if required.

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