Applications open for ACP's 2026 Health Policy Internship
The internship runs from April 27 to May 21, 2026, and allows medical students and residents to learn about the legislative process, health policy, and advocacy in organized medicine.
ACP's 2026 Health Policy Internship application cycle is open until Oct. 31. The internship provides a multifaceted opportunity for medical students and residents to learn about the legislative process, health policy, and advocacy in organized medicine.
Interns will provide assistance with researching and analyzing current issues in health and medical education policy and help with ongoing advocacy initiatives and the development of advocacy materials. Interns will have the opportunity to attend congressional hearings and coalition meetings and accompany ACP's Government Affairs staff on lobby visits to members of Congress and their staff, as well as to events. The internship lasts from April 27 to May 21, 2026, and pays a $4,000 stipend. Additional information and application instructions are on ACP's website.