Communications Intern

Methodist Healthcare Ministries of S. Tx•San Antonio, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Intern is a paid, part-time internship for the Spring 2027 semester, working approximately 20 hours per week on a flexible schedule. Under the direction, guidance, and mentorship of the Public Relations Specialist and other Communications Specialists, the intern supports media relations, events, internal communications, community outreach, marketing, social media, graphic design, and communications-team projects. The role is based at MHM’s Northwest Center Location in San Antonio, Texas, and runs for a 15-week program. The intern helps produce communications materials and content, coordinate projects and events, and manage production workflows, timelines, and objectives while handling multiple projects and meeting deadlines. The intern is expected to follow the organization’s communications and graphic standards. The work takes place in a medical office environment with direct contact with patients and clients.

Requirements

Be a current student enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a closely related field.
Be in good academic standing and eligible to receive academic credit or meet internship requirements as defined by the academic institution.
Have excellent written communication skills and proficient knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Be fluent in English.
Demonstrate proficient knowledge of the internet and digital literacy, Outlook, and Excel.
Have knowledge of desktop publishing software such as Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint.
Have a strong understanding of social media tools, including Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Be able to bend, stoop, twist, turn, walk, climb step stools, sit, and stand for periods of time, and lift and maneuver 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook.
Spanish bilingual ability.
Experience using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
Understanding of how multimedia content integrates with and supports other communications channels, including social media, web, special events, and print.

Responsibilities

Assist in drafting press releases, media pitches, and other materials to support media relations efforts.
Support the planning and execution of internal and external events, including logistics, promotion, and follow-up.
Contribute to internal communications, including newsletters, staff announcements, and intranet updates.
Help develop materials and coordinate communication strategies for community outreach initiatives.
Collaborate on marketing campaigns by researching audiences and creating content.
Assist in creating engaging content for social media platforms.
Support graphic design needs by developing digital and print materials using tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
Assist in coordinating and executing routine and special projects designed to improve communications-team workflow.
Assist in managing production workflow, timelines, and objectives; handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Follow organizational communications and graphic standards to ensure a consistent image.
Perform other duties as assigned.