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Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) · 1 day ago

Intern, Media Relations (Hybrid Schedule)

Chevy Chase, MD

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$17.65/hr - $20/hr

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is focused on supporting and moving science forward in various ways, including media production. As the Intern, Media Relations, you will support key Institute-wide priorities and gain experience in communication, writing, and research.

BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareMedicalMedical Device

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Routinely monitor a wide range of national and local news sources for updates on federal policy, US science, higher education, AI, and other topics relevant to HHMI’s interests

Support the Media Relations Manager in assembling and distributing daily news briefing to HHMI leadership team

Supporting and tracking media mentions

Maintaining and curating lists of key stakeholders in HHMI’s media monitoring platforms

Shadow the Media Relations Manager and learn how to respond to incoming media requests

Learn how to translate and express ideas for communication with various audiences

Collaborate with HHMI’s Leadership Communications Manager and Government Relations Manager on other communications projects

Qualification

Written communicationVerbal communicationMedia literacyResearch skillsSharePointCisionOrganizational skillsTeamwork skillsTime managementAttention to detailCreative problem-solvingSelf-motivation

Required

Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program majoring in communications, English, journalism, social sciences, political science, or a related area of study is required

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong grasp of media literacy

Strong initiative, self-motivation, and capacity for creative problem-solving

Ability to conduct academic research and navigate databases

Strong organizational skills, teamwork skills, and time management skills

Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy

Preferred

Any experience with SharePoint or Cision would be a plus

Benefits

Competitive pay

Exceptional health benefits

Retirement plans

Time off

A range of recognition and wellness programs

Company

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)

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Founded in 1953, HHMI invests in scientists at all career stages who make discoveries that advance human health and our fundamental understanding of biology.

Founded in 1953