Science Communications Intern

Position Overview:

The Mass General Research Institute (MGRI) is home to a research community of 9,500+ researchers working to understand disease and develop solutions to medicine's most pressing challenges. The MGRI Communications team is looking for a social media intern to join our efforts of amplifying the groundbreaking research and scientists.

This paid internship is designed to offer a comprehensive experience within a communications team at a world-leading research institution.

Key Responsibilities:

Social Media Content Production:

• Assist in developing and curating engaging social media content that highlights research activities and achievements.
• Support the management of social media platforms by scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and responding to inquiries.

Science Writing:

• Write compelling and accessible articles about ongoing scientific research for a broad audience.
• Collaborate with researchers to accurately convey complex scientific concepts in a clear and engaging manner.

Graphic and Visual Design:

• Create and edit multimedia elements, including graphics, videos, and infographics, to support research communication efforts.
• Work closely with the team to ensure that multimedia content aligns with the institute's branding and messaging.

Internal Communications:

• Compile and distribute newsletters and other internal communications materials to keep the research community informed and engaged.
• Assist in the coordination of internal events and announcements related to research initiatives.

Qualifications

Must be able to work remotely during Eastern standard business hours, 2-3 days per week for 10 or more weeks between September and December 2024.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Health, Public Relations, or Marketing
• Must possess excellent writing and organizational skills
• Must demonstrate professionalism and willingness to learn
• Familiarity with AP style and/or journalistic writing a plus
• Strong communication, writing and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively multitask
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Creative, self-motivated, and eager to learn.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies:

• Have some knowledge of social media analytics and how to grow social media platforms
• Have some knowledge of content creation for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X.
• Have an eye for graphic design
• Are motivated to learn and work with a dynamic team
• Are team players with curious and creative mindsets

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• No direct reports; may indirectly provide leadership and guidance to less seasoned and new staff

Fiscal Responsibility:

• No direct budgetary responsibility
• Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by effectively using Mass General Brigham resources

Working Conditions:

• Possible local travel to Mass General Brigham sites
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; or hear; use hands to finger; handle; or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop; kneel; or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 5 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Normal office working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

About Us:

As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community by leading innovation across our system. Founded by Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, Mass General Brigham supports a complete continuum of care including community and specialty hospitals, a managed care organization, a physician network, community health centers, home care and other health-related entities. Several of our hospitals are teaching affiliates of Harvard Medical School, and our system is a national leader in biomedical research.

We're focused on a people-first culture for our system's patients and our professional family. That's why we provide our employees with more ways to achieve their potential. Mass General Brigham is committed to aligning our employees' personal aspirations with projects that match their capabilities and creating a culture that empowers our managers to become trusted mentors. We support each member of our team to own their personal development-and we recognize success at every step.

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EEO Statement

Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.