Marketing Intern

The Marketing Intern at Children’s Mercy will assist in providing and editing content for marketing newsletters, brochures, and online publications. Your role will also involve supporting the execution of the communications and marketing strategic plan for the hospital, ensuring we deliver exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders.

To qualify for the Marketing Intern position at Children’s Mercy, you should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and it is expected that you are a current college student or a recent graduate. No prior experience is necessary as the role includes on-the-job training, making it ideal for those eager to learn in a supportive environment.

Yes, at Children’s Mercy, the safety of our patients and staff is paramount. Therefore, if you are offered the Marketing Intern position, you must be willing to receive the seasonal influenza vaccine and provide proof of immunizations for measles, mumps, rubella, and chicken pox, along with vaccination records for Tdap.

As a Marketing Intern at Children’s Mercy, you will receive on-the-job training that is tailored to give you practical experience in hospital marketing and communications. You will work under the guidance of the Marketing Coordinator and Director of Marketing, who will help you navigate your responsibilities and provide valuable industry insights.

No, the Marketing Intern position at Children’s Mercy is not eligible for remote work. You will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations in Kansas City, allowing you to fully engage with the team and the community around you.

A great way to answer this question is to discuss your passion for healthcare marketing and how Children’s Mercy’s mission aligns with your personal values. Highlight your desire to contribute to improving children's health and your eagerness to learn from industry professionals.

You can respond by explaining your time management skills and how you prioritize tasks. Consider providing an example of a time when you successfully balanced multiple responsibilities, focusing on how you planned and executed your work while maintaining quality.

Here, you can showcase any relevant coursework or projects that involved digital marketing. Talk about specific tools or platforms you've utilized and how they helped achieve marketing goals. If you lack direct experience, discuss your understanding of social media trends and engagement strategies.

Effective communication is about clarity and connection. Discuss the importance of understanding your audience, crafting messages that resonate with them, and utilizing various channels appropriately. You might also mention the need for adaptability in messaging.

Express your understanding of the importance of a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Talk about being open-minded, respectful of diverse opinions, and how you can bring your unique contributions to support the team’s objectives.

Mention specific areas you are interested in, such as content creation, multimedia projects, or event promotion. Highlight how you wish to apply your knowledge while embracing learning opportunities that the internship will provide.

Share a specific experience that demonstrates your problem-solving abilities. Outline the challenge, your actions to address it, and the positive outcome, focusing on what you learned and how you grew from the experience.

Discuss skills that are relevant to the role, such as creativity, analytical thinking, or proficiency in marketing tools. Provide examples of how you have utilized these skills in other contexts, whether in academic projects, volunteer work, or personal initiatives.

Explain your approach to organization, perhaps mentioning tools or techniques you use, such as digital planners, task management apps, or setting up reminders. Emphasize the importance of staying on top of your responsibilities to ensure smooth project execution.

Always prepare thoughtful questions about the company culture, expectations of the internship, or opportunities for professional development. This shows your interest in the role and helps you determine if it’s the right fit for you.