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Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp

US Medical Affairs, Process & Operations Intern

US - Gaithersburg - MD Posted today

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Sponsorship unlikely

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  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 99 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • What Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Head of Biopharma US Corporate Affairs” (Public Relations Managers) in DE: $330k–$330k, median $330k.
  • Existing work authorization requiredFrom the posting’s own wording.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 99 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
What Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp paid sponsored hires in similar roles
1 certified filing for “Head of Biopharma US Corporate Affairs” (Public Relations Managers) in DE: $330k–$330k, median $330k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($31 - $32.50 per hour) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

We are looking for rising juniors and seniors studying Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Life Sciences, Information Science/Knowledge Management, Organizational Psychology, or a related field for a 12-week internship role at our site in Gaithersburg, MD from May 24, 2027 to August 13, 2027. Position Description: • Research and organize key Medical Affairs business processes and resources related to areas such as working with external organizations and healthcare professionals, engaging vendors and purchasing services, generating scientific evidence, and reviewing and approving Medical Affairs activities and materials. Identify what information and resources are available today and opportunities to make them easier for employees to find and understand. • Meet with colleagues across US Medical Affairs and other parts of the organization to understand how different processes work, who is responsible for them, what resources and training are available, and which employee groups need that information. • Help design and build a centralized and sustainable resource that allows employees to easily identify the processes, training, guidance, and other resources, while exploring how AI and automation can improve the user experience and support ongoing maintenance. Position Requirements: • Rising juniors and seniors studying Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Life Sciences, Information Science/Knowledge Management, Organizational Psychology, or a related field. • Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills are required. • Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and translate complex information into clear, practical resources is required. • Curiosity and willingness to learn within a complex, cross-functional organization and an interest in healthcare, Medical Affairs, business operations, process improvement, or organizational effectiveness is required. • Interest in or experience using AI, automation, or emerging technologies to solve problems is required. • Familiarity with Microsoft 365, particularly SharePoint, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and/or Copilot is required. • Experience with process mapping, qualitative research, knowledge management, or data organization is preferred. • Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2027. • US Work Authorization is required at time of application. • This role will not be granting CPT support. • Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD site 3 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance. • Compensation: $31 - $32.50 per hour. #EarlyTalent Date Posted 03-Nov-2026 Closing Date 16-Nov-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

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