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2025 University Recruiting - Human Health Communications Internship
Merck Federal Contractor - Helena, MT
posted 3 months ago
About the position
The Human Health Communications Internship at Merck offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in communications within the healthcare sector. This 12-week internship will involve collaboration across various teams to support both internal and external communications, focusing on initiatives that align with the company's mission to improve lives through science. Interns will have the chance to learn from experienced professionals while contributing to meaningful projects that raise awareness about health and wellness.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with product communications teams to support comprehensive internal and external communications around key regulatory and awareness milestones.
- Support development of social media content for the company, leader, and employee channels to raise disease awareness and elevate the company's leadership and impact.
- Support the planning and execution of employee engagement activities, including preparation for internal town halls.
- Assist in media relations, such as drafting press releases, fielding media inquiries, tracking news coverage, and compiling and distributing media reports.
- Effectively partner with cross-functional subject matter experts to secure and incorporate input into communications materials.
- Support the product communications team in day-to-day tasks and special projects.
Requirements
- Currently in their junior year or above pursuing a college degree preferably in a related field (e.g., Business, Public Health, English, Marketing/Communications) OR have a minimum of a high school diploma and have completed at least one internship, apprenticeship, co-op or equivalent professional role in a communications-related field.
- Available to work full-time for the summer months from June 2025 through August 2025.
- Computer proficiency with Windows-based applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Nice-to-haves
- Point experience
- Video and social media experience
Benefits
- Internship experience in a leading healthcare company
- Opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals
- Development of communication skills in a real-world setting
