Michigan Moves Coalition · 11 hours ago
Health Communications & Social Media Intern
United States
Internship
Remote
InternMichigan Moves Coalition is a statewide partnership focused on creating a healthier, more active Michigan. The Health Communications & Social Media Intern will support the organization in communicating physical activity messages and engage with the public and partners through social media and digital outreach.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Draft clear, accessible messages about physical activity, health equity, and Michigan Moves initiatives for social media, email, and the website
Translate public health research, guidelines, and coalition priorities into plain-language posts, graphics, and short narratives
Help craft stories that highlight community partners, local successes, and policy/system changes that support active living
Assist in planning, drafting, and scheduling content for Michigan Moves social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, X/Twitter)
Monitor social media channels for relevant public health conversations, partner posts, and engagement opportunities
Support promotion of campaigns, events, webinars, and advocacy actions
Create simple graphics, infographics, and short video clips (e.g., Canva) that communicate key public health and physical activity messages
Help ensure all materials are culturally respectful, inclusive, and accessible
Assist with basic updates to the Michigan Moves website (news, events, resources)
Support monthly or periodic email newsletters with partner highlights, campaign updates, and calls to action
Help maintain simple tracking logs of communication activities and timelines
Track and summarize social media engagement (reach, clicks, shares, etc.) to understand what messages resonate
Provide brief reflections and recommendations on how to improve public health messaging based on engagement trends
Qualification
Required
Current student or recent graduate in public health, health promotion, health behavior, kinesiology, exercise science, health communication, marketing, public relations, communications, or a related field
Strong writing skills, especially the ability to write clearly for general audiences
Basic design skills and/or willingness to learn tools like Canva or similar platforms
Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X/Twitter)
Interest in health promotion, physical activity, health equity, and community engagement
Highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment
Preferred
Coursework or experience in health communication, social marketing, or public health advocacy
Familiarity with concepts like social determinants of health, health equity, and PSE change
Benefits
Depending on your academic program, it may be eligible for academic credit.
Michigan Moves staff are happy to complete any required documentation for your college or university.
Company
Michigan Moves Coalition
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase