Open Positions

 

Health Communications Intern

August 2019 - May 2020 (exact dates TBD)

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Job Summary

The Health Communications intern will have the opportunity to work on all communication efforts for our statewide organization with an emphasis on social media, e-news, op-eds, and health promotion materials. Position is ideal for someone looking to gain extensive “real-world” experience while helping an organization increase both impact and engagement.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

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Working collaboratively with staff and independently, intern will:

 

• Support statewide Youth Vaping Prevention Education initiative which will launch in Fall 2019; promote smoking cessation resources; plan and execute participation in national programs such as Kick Butts Day; create Advocacy messages and materials; develop materials for 2020 Smokefree SC Summit; support other organization initiatives as needed

• Develop a social media plan for specific projects as well as the organization as a whole

• Create and schedule social media posts and create graphics as needed

• Contribute to writing projects such as op-eds, health education materials, grants, etc.

• Develop presentations

 

Minimum Competencies, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

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• Must be able to demonstrate aptitude and willingness to learn about the complex nature of smoking, vaping, and tobacco-use; ongoing reading and self-education will be necessary to be successful in this position (all education resources will be provided by staff)

• Basic understanding of social media and online content practices, including an understanding of audience behaviors by channel and platform

• Some personal and/or professional experience creating content for online communities

• Solid research, writing, editing, and communications skills

• Strong time management skills, personal initiative, and desire to make an impact

 

Required Experience/Education

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• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited bachelor or master degree program, working towards degrees in communications, journalism, health promotion & education, or a related field

• Experience with content management systems, email marketing tools (e.g. Constant Contact) and social media management tools

• Knowledge of document design and experience using Microsoft Office and/or Canva to create web-ready content

 

Additional Competencies, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

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• Minimum of one year of intern or professional communications experience preferred

• Experience with video development and editing software a plus

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Hours: 10 hours/week for 12 weeks per semester; a regular weekly work schedule will be determined based on the student’s schedule and Smokefree SC needs. Office is located in the Middleburg complex approx. 3 miles from UofSC campus.

 

Compensation: $1,400 per semester

 

To Apply: Email cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications with resume or CV and 2 references to:  
Rebecca Jacobson, Executive Director, rebecca@smokefreesc.org and place “Health Communications Intern" in the Subject Line. Your cover letter will be assessed as a writing sample, so be thoughtful and clear enough to communicate why you're an awesome candidate!

 

Questions should be directed via email.

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