Internship Opportunity

Job Description – Corporate Communications Intern

Employer: Baton Rouge General Hospital, Corporate Communications Department
Position: Non-paid (credit only) Internship
Positions Available: 1 for fall, 2 for spring
Location: 8490 Picardy, Suite 300-B (across from the Baton Rouge General Bluebonnet)
Reports to: Scott J. Miller, APR, Corporate Communications Mgr.
Hours: 15 hours per week for fall and spring semesters; 28 hours per week for summer. Flexible scheduling.

Internal Communication:
-Research and write material for internal/employee newsletter. Participate in discussions of story strategies and monthly content.
-Assist with writing and implementation of other employee communication vehicles including broadcast e-mails, screen saver programs, posters, special events, etc.

Media/Public Relations:
-Assist with the development, implementation, dissemination, and evaluation of press releases including personnel announcements, awards and recognition, announcements, business updates, technology advancements, etc. Compile and analyze media clips and report on results.
-Assist with handling of broadcast activities on location including live broadcasts from a facility or recorded interviews with physicians, staff, patients or families.

Marketing Communication:
-Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of material/programs to support Baton Rouge General’s product lines and services. Write copy; work with creative design staff to develop collateral; assist with photography and video as appropriate.
-Assist with revisions, implementation and review of web content and the proactive evaluation of internal web opportunities.
-Assist with the research, planning, and execution of special events.
-Assist with other general duties of the corporate communications department, as appropriate, to further the goals and objectives of Baton Rouge General.

Send resume and writing samples to:

Scott J. Miller, APR
Manager, Corporate Communications
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
8490 Picardy Avenue, Suite 300 B
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Phone: 225-237-1609
Scott.miller@brgeneral.org