Media Relations Intern

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

Responsible for supporting the activities and projects of the department. Assist management and other staff members in a specific department with a variety of tasks including projects, special events and daily activities.

Responsibilities And Duties:

1. Project Coordination: Assists management and other staff in completion of various projects and long term assignments.2. Information Gathering: Provides assistance to staff by gathering pertinent information to complete a project or task assigned. Information is gathered from internal and external sources such as the Internet. Responsible for compiling information gathered into a presentation format.3. Provides other assistance and completes assignments specific to department as directed by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School or GED (Required)

Additional Job Description:

JOB SPECIFICS

+Paid ($16/hour) for a one-year commitment, with a 90-day review to ensure the internship is a good fit. Summer-only internships are not offered.

+Hours per week depend on the position and job site, but typically are 20 hours/week during the school year and up to 40 hours/week during the summer.

+Some travel may be required, so reliable access to a vehicle is mandatory.

+Dress when on-site is business casual.

+Some after-hours event support may be needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

+ Junior or senior-level college student (graduating in 2026 or 2027) pursuing a degree in journalism or communications. Graduate level or postgraduate level applicants will not be considered.

+ Strong organizational skills, as well as excellent written and oral communication skills.

+ Ability to multitask and work independently as well as part of a team.

+ Professional and flexible self-starter and self-motivator, as this will be a hybrid position working both from home and in the office.

+ Previous internship experience is preferred, but not required.

+ Familiarity with AP style.

+ Familiarity with videography and editing a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

+Assist in developing press releases and other materials for distribution to local, regional and national media.

+Assist with the coordination of media visits to the hospital.

+Write and update content for the OhioHealth Newsroom website.

+Compile media stories in OhioHealth Media Tracker.

+Assist in creation of bi-monthly media reports for system leadership.

+Assist with development of Medical Minute videos.  Interns may be trained to shoot and edit video.

+Assist with public relations planning and execution of tactics. 

+Coordinate posting of stories with OhioHealth social media team.

+Participate in department intern projects with other MarComm interns throughout the year.

+Assist as needed with news conferences or media events.

+Attend weekly media relations team meetings and various meetings with media relations team members – either in person or remotely.

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department

Media Relations

Join us!
... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment