Communications Intern

Summer 2026 Internship – 12 weeks / Part time (20 hours per week).

This is a hybrid position that requires onsite presence at CHW Butterworth hospital every Wednesday.

Are you passionate about communications and looking for an internship that makes a real impact? Corewell Health in West Michigan's Office of Medical Education (OME) team is seeking a Summer 2025 Communications Intern to help shape the future of medicine through storytelling and engagement. This role offers hands-on experience in content creation, including, but not limited to, development of social media posts for Resident Diversity and Wellness programs and assisting with video production and editing. As part of a team dedicated to training the next generation of physicians, you will gain valuable experience in healthcare communications while supporting a mission-driven group that advances medical education, and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to build a career in communications while contributing to a team that helps shape the future of healthcare.

Performs support tasks for department, as directed, and maintains clear and appropriate documentation. Acts as a team member and assists the team in improving processes.

Example Projects:

• Create social media posts for diversity and wellness program pages
• Edit video scripts and other internal posts
• Record videos/b-roll for program videos
• Create a tour video from scratch
• Event support
• Develop an AY July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027) editorial calendar

The ideal candidate will have familiarity with:

• Experience with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Comfortable working with and following brand guidelines in both digital and print design
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to write and edit content for multiple mediums and channels

• Maintains accountability for completing support tasks as directed.
• Maintains clear and appropriate documentation of actions taken.
• May analyzes department processes and other Spectrum Health systems encountered and makes recommendations 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.

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent and currently enrolled in a university pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in area of accountability. May also be a recent graduate from an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program.

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Graduate Medical Education - Special Projects - GR

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

20

Hours of Work

variable

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

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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