Job Summary
A media relations intern will work on the East media push, covering news for Southeast Michigan with the goal of elevating Corewell Health’s reputation locally, regionally and nationally. Through coaching from an APR-credentialed professional, the intern will be able to build their portfolio with both written assets and hands-on experience such as press conferences, events and other activities. They will learn the start-to-finish approach to successfully promoting a media story including story mining; interviewing SMEs; writing release/pitch/media advisory; researching and targeting reporters, outlets and producers; and many other day-to-day facets of a great media relations effort. The intern would have the opportunity to pitch national media as appropriate as well as news across the State.
Essential Functions
Maintains accountability for completing support tasks as directed.
Supports onsite media events and interacting with media partners.
Looking for story ideas, meeting with SMEs across the system, writing press releases, sending press releases, pitching media.
Maintains clear and appropriate documentation of actions taken.
May support department processes and makes recommendations for improvements, as appropriate.
Participates in quality monitoring activities/process improvement activities.
Communicates, collaborates, and acts as a team player with others in order to ensure continuity and coordination of services.
Qualifications
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
Currently enrolled in a university pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in area of accountability such as Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing etc. May also be a recent graduate from an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program.
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Sitting: Frequently
Standing: Occasionally
Walking: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Primary Location
SITE - Beaumont Service Center - 26901 Beaumont Blvd
Department Name
Corporate Communications
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
Variable weekends
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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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