Communications Intern

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative External Affairs Communications Intern to support the Global External Affairs Communications team. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate communications, brand management, content development, event execution, advocacy, and administrative operations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications Support

• Assist in executing strategic communication initiatives and special projects.
• Support the development and implementation of communication plans aligned with organizational objectives.
• Conduct research on emerging trends, industry developments, and communication best practices.
• Awareness of regulatory/government guidelines for the MedTech sector.

Content Development & Management

• Conduct background research on key global health topics.
• Draft communication materials including articles, newsletters, social media content, presentations, and internal communications.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather information and develop fact sheets.

Branding & Digital Communications

• Support brand-building initiatives and ensure consistency of brand guidelines across communication materials.
• Assist in social media content planning, monitoring, and performance tracking.

Events & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support coordination and execution of internal and external events and campaigns.
• Assist in managing event checklists and planners.

Presentation & Communication Materials

• Assist in developing presentations (PowerPoint) for various communication activities.
• Create visually appealing communication materials using presentation and design tools.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Support administrative processes including Purchase Orders (POs), invoice tracking, vendor coordination, and documentation management.
• Maintain communication records, trackers, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with internal functions to ensure smooth operational execution of communication activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies, Mass Communication, Public Health, Public Policy, or a related field preferred.
• Strong research skills with the ability to explore and analyze new and emerging topics.
• Demonstrated expertise in brand management and social media engagement.
• Working knowledge of video editing and event coordination/management.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and Adobe Creative Suite (or equivalent tools).
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams, while managing stakeholder alignment across multiple time zones.
• Native-level proficiency in both written and spoken English.