Job Summary
The Marketing & Communications Intern/Extern will support outreach and engagement efforts that advance the organization’s mission to improve healthcare quality. This role assists with creating, coordinating, and distributing content that communicates program outcomes, educational opportunities, and organizational impact to internal and external audiences. The intern/extern will gain hands-on experience in non-profit healthcare marketing while contributing to meaningful quality improvement initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in developing written and visual content for newsletters, website updates, social media, and email communications
Support storytelling efforts by highlighting program outcomes, success stories, and community impact
Help maintain consistency with organizational branding, tone, and messaging
Assist with basic marketing analytics, including tracking engagement and reach
Support internal communications related to healthcare quality improvement projects
Provide administrative and coordination support for marketing campaigns and special initiatives as needed
Gain exposure to marketing and communications within a non-profit healthcare environment
Learn how to translate healthcare quality and performance improvement concepts into lean, accessible messages
Develop professional writing, editing, and digital communication skills
Understand how effective communication supports organizational impact and stakeholder engagement
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Skilled in managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, with close attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements
Education
Currently pursuing or recently completed coursework in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Public Health, or a related field.
Travel Requirements
Employee will work remotely from a home-based office. Approximately 25% travel required.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Employee will constantly communicate with others regarding employment related information or instruction and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
This role requires constant use of standard office equipment such as computers and telephones to receive and share information.
Employee must be able to read and interpret information displayed on a computer screen.
Employee must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
This role occasionally requires the employee to lift light objects up to 25 pounds.