Non-Clinical Summer Internship - Foundation and Public Engagement Marketing & Communications
About The Position
Seattle Children’s Marketing and Communications Department (MarComm) seeks an intern to assist the Public Engagement Team and Foundation and Guild Association Marketing and Communications Team across various project areas, including donor campaigns, promotion and earned media efforts, and social media engagement. This experience will provide an intern with opportunities to learn about the field of marketing and communications and gain exposure to various aspects of creative development, public relations, and philanthropic communication strategy. MarComm is a shared service for the Seattle Children’s hospital system. MarComm informs and engages internal and external audiences by developing and executing marketing and communication plans and telling compelling stories to advance the goals and priorities of the organization and enhance Seattle Children’s brand and reputation. The Public Engagement team leads Public Relations, issues and crisis communications, Social Media and Executive Communications strategy for the system to enhance and build Seattle Children’s reputation and support its mission and strategic plan initiatives. The team oversees all public relations, issues management, executive communications and speaking requests, and social media efforts for Seattle Children’s. The Foundation and Guild Association Marketing and Communications team leads communications, marketing and advertising for current and prospective donors including developing messaging and content (e.g., publications, impact stories, proposals, videos, etc.), creating a best-in-class donor experience and developing strategies for elevating Seattle Children’s charity of choice status. An ideal candidate brings curiosity, creativity, and a desire to learn the roles and impact of marketing and communications in a healthcare setting. Training will include an orientation to Seattle Children’s, MarComm teams and project areas, and related tools. This role will provide meaningful exposure for those interested in exploring a potential career in marketing and communications.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Rising junior or rising senior in college or technical school with ability to work in-person approximately 2 days per week
- Major in communications, public relations, or marketing
- Strong desire to engage with Seattle Children’s employees, patients and families, and the community with a focus on inclusion, diversity, equity and access
- Interest in social media content creation and marketing and familiarity with social media platforms
- Event or volunteer experience
Nice To Haves
- As determined by the department and the position’s role within the department.
Benefits
- Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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