Global Health Economics & Reimbursement Intern, Summer 2026

Edwards Lifesciences • Irvine, CA

3d • $54,000 - $72,000

About The Position

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our University Programs are designed to help early-career professionals contribute to solutions that transform patient lives. We also believe in investing in the future of our talented people across the globe, including early career professionals seeking to explore and establish themselves within the medical device industry. We’ll provide you with the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make innovative contributions. As a Global Health Economics & Reimbursement Intern with us, you’ll find motivation and inspiration in a culture that emphasizes passion for patients as you discover your own strengths. Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards’ groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

Requirements

• Internship applicants must be enrolled in an accredited graduate business program or healthcare program for the entire duration of their internship. Examples include – MA in health economics, PhD in health economics, MPH, MHA, MA in Healthcare Decision Analysis.
• Must graduate December 2026 or later.
• Must be in good scholastic standing (3.5+ GPA or equivalent)
• Must be available to work 10-12 weeks full-time over the course of the summer. Preferred start in May.
• Strong interest in pursuing relevant industry experience within the healthcare and life sciences industry is a plus.
• Must not require company sponsorship for an employment-based visa now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in a career in HEOR.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Proven successful project management leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) Global Health Economics & Reimbursement (GHER) team.
• Gain hands-on experience in health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) within the medical device industry.
• Support key projects and initiatives that demonstrate the value of our products to stakeholders, including policy-makers, payers, and healthcare providers.
• Play a key role in the evidence messaging strategy and deployment of evidence generation initiatives to support expanding patient access to timely treatment of aortic stenosis.
• Understand how GHER supports the product development cycle through real-world evidence work.
• Experience an introduction to reimbursement initiatives globally, including US, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Benefits

• Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
• For California, the base pay range for this position is $54,000.00 to $72,000.00 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern