Entry Level Policy Analyst Jobs
New grad policy analyst jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or writing portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Insurance, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Centene, Welltower, and ANALYGENCE hiring at this level now.
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You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
Applicants for this job have the flexibility to work remote from home anywhere in the Continental United States.
Position Purpose: Support the development, governance, implementation, and ongoing management of organizational policies.
- Respond to external requests for information required by the organization for its regulatory filings.
- Monitor the creation, revision, and approval workflows for company policies and procedures.
- Understanding of policy lifecycle management and governance processes.
- Demonstrates strong stakeholder service and communication skills, effectively managing inquiries, coordinating responses, and escalating issues as appropriate.
- Provides responsive stakeholder support by managing inquiries, coordinating communications, and facilitating timely issue resolution and escalation.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Provide development guidance and assists in the identification, implementation, and maintenance of compliance policies, procedures and work instructions.
- Assist in the identification, analysis, and resolution of compliance issues.
- Maintain and reviews regulatory documentation necessary to maintain corporate standards.
- Assist in developing, producing and conducting compliance training programs.
- Perform periodic compliance audits, risk assessments and conducts related ongoing compliance monitoring activities.
- Serve as a company wide resource and liaison on policies, contract issues and provisions, communications, workflow, and quality improvements initiatives.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
- Master's or Juris Doctorate degree preferred and may be considered in lieu of experience.
- 1+ years of related experience in compliance, privacy and/or regulatory affairs.
- Working knowledge of laws and/or regulations in area of compliance; in particular HIPAA, and state regulations.
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
Applicants for this job have the flexibility to work remote from home anywhere in the Continental United States.
Position Purpose: Support the development, governance, implementation, and ongoing management of organizational policies.
- Respond to external requests for information required by the organization for its regulatory filings.
- Monitor the creation, revision, and approval workflows for company policies and procedures.
- Understanding of policy lifecycle management and governance processes.
- Demonstrates strong stakeholder service and communication skills, effectively managing inquiries, coordinating responses, and escalating issues as appropriate.
- Provides responsive stakeholder support by managing inquiries, coordinating communications, and facilitating timely issue resolution and escalation.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Provide development guidance and assists in the identification, implementation, and maintenance of compliance policies, procedures and work instructions.
- Assist in the identification, analysis, and resolution of compliance issues.
- Maintain and reviews regulatory documentation necessary to maintain corporate standards.
- Assist in developing, producing and conducting compliance training programs.
- Perform periodic compliance audits, risk assessments and conducts related ongoing compliance monitoring activities.
- Serve as a company wide resource and liaison on policies, contract issues and provisions, communications, workflow, and quality improvements initiatives.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
- Master's or Juris Doctorate degree preferred and may be considered in lieu of experience.
- 1+ years of related experience in compliance, privacy and/or regulatory affairs.
- Working knowledge of laws and/or regulations in area of compliance; in particular HIPAA, and state regulations.
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
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Entry Level Policy Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level policy analyst job?
Entry level policy analyst roles reward candidates who can demonstrate research and writing skills, even without years of experience. A senior thesis, capstone project, or policy memo from an internship gives hiring managers something concrete to evaluate. Degrees in political science, public policy, economics, or related fields are common, and familiarity with data tools or regulatory research methods can set one candidate apart from another at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level policy analysts?
Companies hiring entry level policy analysts right now include Centene, Welltower, and ANALYGENCE, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level covers government agencies, nonprofit advocacy organizations, consulting firms, and regulated industries that maintain in-house policy teams.
Are there remote entry level policy analyst jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles remain common at this experience level. About 67% of entry level policy analyst openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so candidates open to multiple work settings will find the widest range of opportunities. Filtering by location preference on Migrate Mate helps narrow results quickly.
Are these new grad policy analyst jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior policy analyst roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting that welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic work as qualifying background, or does not require prior full-time policy employment is generally new-grad friendly. Titles like junior policy analyst or policy associate often signal the same entry point.
Which industries hire the most entry level policy analysts?
Entry Level policy analyst roles concentrate in Education, Insurance, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they face active regulatory environments or public accountability requirements that generate ongoing demand for early-career analysts who can support research, compliance, and advocacy work.