Marketing and Communications Paid Internship
About the role
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. Visit alz.org or call 800.272.3900 to learn more. Special events held throughout the year include Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Do What You Love to End Alzheimer’s and Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. Under the Marketing and Communications Department, the Marketing and Communications Intern will gain professional experience across media relations and digital communications. The intern will learn to pitch and place stories with community newspapers, TV, radio and local news media; create and manage social media posts; writing for digital platforms and designing digital collateral using Canva. This internship will support a wide range of initiatives throughout the state, so the applicant must be an upbeat self‑starter, organized and enjoy a fast‑paced work environment. Position is remote; applicants must reside in Florida.
Responsibilities
- Pitch stories to news media via phone, email and social media, and follow up on pitches with reporters and editors
- Draft press releases, media alerts and media pitches
- Interview families affected by Alzheimer’s disease to develop stories and pitch angles
- Manage social media promotions and design projects for Walk to End Alzheimer’s events across Florida
- Draft content for social media, including copy and design that supports awareness and community initiatives