Communications Intern - Summer 2025 - job 1 of 2

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees.

Ready to join our quest for better?

The Communications Intern reflects the mission, vision and values of NM; adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program; and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Communications Intern is responsible for supporting their manager and other Communications team members in writing and editing content for newsletters and other communications projects and pieces.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as a content developer
  • Authors and edits articles, letters, emails and other communications
  • Conducts interviews with sources as necessary to create content
  • Provides ad hoc writing support to team members/clients
• Other duties as assigned

ACQUIRED SKILLS

The Communications Intern has the opportunity to acquire and further develop their healthcare writing, editing and interview skills.

Program Start Date:

12 Week Program

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Application deadline: January 24, 2025

Required:

• Degree-seeking student or higher
• Displays excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in interviewing subjects for articles
• Proficient in writing and editing
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to self-manage scheduling from multiple requestors, meeting deadlines
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel to NM locations when needed. Valid driver’s license, and clean driving record; reliable transportation.

Preferred:

• Completion of at least the sophomore year of study.

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.