Social Media & Digital Communications Graduate Intern

Responsibilities

• Participates in and helps lead the planning, development, and execution of social media and digital content initiatives in collaboration with a preceptor and senior leadership.
• Develops and produces high-quality, strategic content (e.g., short-form video, photography, written narratives) that highlights organizational priorities, people, and patient-centered stories.
• Maintains awareness of emerging trends in social media, digital storytelling, and healthcare communications to enhance organizational impact.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, communications, operations) to ensure alignment with organizational messaging, brand standards, and strategic priorities.
• Supports executive communications and digital engagement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology, or a related field at the time of application or during the internship.
• Prior experience in social media strategy, digital communications, analytics, or content creation (academic or professional) is preferred.
• Experience developing presentations or reports for leadership audiences is preferred.
• Familiarity with healthcare environment, communications strategy, or digital marketing concepts is preferred.

Benefits

This is a temporary, part-time paid internship (approximately 5 hours per week for three months).

This position does not provide direct patient care.

The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for its academic research, quality standards, and overall patient experience.

The University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research, and education.