HEALTH POLICY COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

Join Healthsperien and advance your career in a dynamic and impactful environment. As a leader in health policy consulting, Healthsperien offers unparalleled opportunities to work on critical issues like Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance markets.

Our Culture

Accountable

We take ownership of responsibilities and outcomes, demonstrating reliability and commitment to excellence.

Collaborative

We work seamlessly with teams and stakeholders to achieve shared goals through open communication and mutual respect.

Collegial

We foster a supportive and respectful environment, promoting teamwork and building strong professional relationships.

Communicative

We effectively convey ideas and information through clear, concise, and engaging dialogue, fostering understanding and connection.

Creative & Curious

We bring innovative ideas and solutions to challenges, thinking outside the box to drive impactful outcomes.

Diverse

We embrace and value a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to drive innovation and inclusivity.

Respectful

We value diverse perspectives and treat others with dignity, fostering an inclusive and considerate environment.

Honest & Constructive

We speak openly and thoughtfully, offering feedback rooted in truth and aimed at growth, so our work continually improves.

Invested

We care deeply about our impact, bringing passion, ownership, and personal commitment to advance outcomes for our clients and our mission.

HEALTH POLICY COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

Roles & Responsibilities

• Support the execution of communication plans for our Partnership and Healthsperien clients, including:
  • Scheduling and posting social media (Instagram, X, LinkedIn)
  • Tracking media for specific focus topics
  • Developing media and influencer lists
  • Formatting presentations (PowerPoint)
  • Formatting and scheduling e-mail blast communication (MailChimp)
  • Developing meeting minutes
  • Updating websites (Squarespace, Wix, WordPress)
  • Video editing
• Contribute to the development of communication products, including:
  • Social media content (graphics, video, and captions)
  • Website content (graphics and copy)
  • One pager layout
  • E-mail Communication (graphics and copy)
  • kits (social media content and graphics)
• Support of in-person and virtual events including:
  • Webinar support (Zoom)
  • Virtual event platform set up and support
  • Event announcements and communication
  • Vendor coordination
  • Speaker prep communication
• Other job-related tasks

Required Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled as undergraduate or graduate student in any of the following programs: Communications, Advertising and Marketing, Broadcasting, Electronic/Digital Media Comms, Public Relations.
  • If you are enrolled in a program not included in the above list but would like to be considered, please include a statement as to why your experience or coursework would be relevant to this role.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills;
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Self-managed with proven skills, initiative, and time management to prioritize work & deliver results.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and juggle multiple activities and priorities with tight deadlines.
• Professional demeanor and presence, including the ability to handle confidential information.
• Enjoys working as part of a mission-dedicated team

Hours and Compensation

• Hours can be flexible depending on availability, a minimum commitment of 15-20 hours per week, applicants must be located in Washington, D.C. to join us in our downtown office.
• Hourly compensation ranges from $20 – $22/hr.

How to Apply

• Application requirements: Resume and cover letter (with desired hours), & at least one professional reference.
• Submit application materials and any additional relevant information via email to Healthsperien Intern Coordinator Meg Wallace ([email protected]). Applications that do not contain the required materials will not be considered.