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Corporate Communications Intern - Commutable/Local Only

Life Science Cares
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This opportunity is available through Project Onramp, a program to help Pell-granted undergraduates gain access to paid summer internships, industry mentors, and early career training in the Life Sciences sector and related industries. We are partnered with 100+ companies across the country, and have placed 1,000 students in summer internships since 2019. You can read more about us here.

 

PROJECT ONRAMP

THIS PROGRAM HAS NO COST TO STUDENTS. IT IS FREE.

Corporate Communications Intern

  • Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ (On-site)
     
  • Duration: Summer 2026
     
  • Compensation: $20/hr
     

The Corporate Partner

Our Corporate Partner is a fast-paced, innovative biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing therapies that shape the future of healthcare. Based in Berkeley Heights, NJ, they focus on treating challenging conditions and delivering impactful medical solutions.

 

The Role

Our partner is seeking a highly organized, proactive Corporate Communications Intern to support strategic internal and external communication initiatives. Working closely with leadership, this role provides hands-on experience in corporate communications within the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry, including media relations, digital communications, social media content development, investor relations, and internal tracking.
 

Responsibilities

  • Content Development & Brand Support: Assist in drafting and editing internal communications, corporate newsletters, and social media content to maintain brand integrity.
     
  • Asset Maintenance: Support the development and maintenance of corporate presentations and stakeholder communication materials, including website updates and fact sheets.
     
  • Investor Relations & Administrative Support: Maintain the corporate investor database and assist in drafting professional outreach notes to investors and key stakeholders.
     
  • Project Management: Help coordinate communication timelines with internal cross-functional teams and external PR agencies while conducting research on relevant industry trends.

Qualifications

  • Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Life Sciences, or a related field. Rising juniors or seniors preferred.
     
  • Skills: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong research abilities, attention to detail, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
     
  • Preferred Experience: Interest in life sciences or healthcare communications. Experience with graphic design tools (like Canva) or website content management is a plus.
     

Requirements: Must be a Pell Grant Recipient for the current academic year.

 

How to Apply

  1. Verify Pell Grant Status: Submit a screenshot of the Pell Grant section from your Financial Aid portal for the 2025-26 school year. You may black out dollar amounts.
     
  2. Submit Documentation: Send the screenshot and your resume (saved as a PDF titled “First Name Last Name”) via Handshake message or directly to kevin.nicholas@lifesciencecares.org.
     
  3. Virtual Intro Meeting: Once verified, you will be invited to a 30–35 minute video call to learn more about the Project Onramp program and share your background. This is a preliminary step.