HealthCorps

Health Communications Intern

HealthCorps

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: San Diego • California • United States

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Job Level

Entry Level

Tech Stack

Cloud

About the role

  • You will help develop and implement communication and marketing strategies as part of a dynamic team of regional staff and other college interns.
  • You will support content collection and storytelling projects for digital communications and social media platforms.
  • You will be expected to visit multiple school sites each week to capture stories and content from the Teens Make Health Happen Clubs.
  • You will manage the regional social media channels (Instagram & TikTok).
  • You will help track engagement analytics and assist in monthly reporting.
  • You may assist in brainstorming and pitching recurring content ideas.
  • You will help draft internal communications materials.
  • You will collaborate with a team of college mentors who deliver the TMHH health programming to local middle and high school sites.
  • You will represent HealthCorps in San Diego.

Requirements

  • Applied understanding of basic marketing principles
  • Familiarity with major social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube)
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently
  • Comfortable with multitasking in a deadline-driven environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Basic photography, image, and video editing skills
  • Graphic design skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Curiosity about trends, social platforms, and youth-centered storytelling
  • Currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business, public health, or a related field
  • Successful completion of introductory courses in marketing, business, or equivalent
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  • Previous experience with Canva, social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social), and editing platforms such as CapCut, Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere Pro), or Adobe Express is a plus.
  • Ability to travel to assigned sites, which may include distances of up to 40 miles within the San Diego.
Benefits
  • College Credit: HealthCorps will work with you and your university to provide college credit for the internship.
  • Stipend: You will receive a stipend intended to help alleviate potential costs that you may incur from participating in the program.
  • Professional Development: You will receive ongoing training, mentorship, and access to national intern development sessions.
  • Networking & Impact: You’ll connect with HealthCorps media, wellness, and education professionals and contribute to mission-driven storytelling that helps inspire the next generation of healthy leaders.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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