Health Happen Internship

HealthCorps

. Support regional marketing, communications, content creation, and outreach efforts promoting health and wellness in schools and communities .

Posted 9/19/2026internshipPittsburgh • Pennsylvania • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates strong capabilities in content creation, social media management, and community outreach, with a focus on health and wellness promotion. Proficient in utilizing digital platforms like Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube to engage audiences and track performance metrics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Content CreationSocial Media ManagementWritten CommunicationGraphic DesignMarketing Principles

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Content DevelopmentVideo EditingPhotographyGraphic Design SkillsEngagement AnalyticsMicrosoft Office SuiteSocial ListeningEvent PromotionDeadline ManagementTrend Analysis

Soft Skills

Creative Problem-SolvingSelf-StarterOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCuriosity

Tools & Technologies

InstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeDigital Communications

Industry Keywords

Health and WellnessCommunity EngagementYouth-Centered StorytellingMarketingPublic Health

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support regional marketing, communications, content creation, and outreach efforts promoting health and wellness in schools and communities
Collect and develop written, video, and visual content for digital communications, social media, newsletters, websites, donor communications, and regional outreach
Visit local school sites weekly to capture stories and content from Teens Make Health Happen Clubs
Attend regional events, community outreach opportunities, and partner engagements to document HealthCorps’ impact
Create and publish content for regional Instagram and TikTok channels
Monitor engagement, conduct social listening, identify trends and content opportunities, and maintain brand consistency
Support content creation for LinkedIn and YouTube with the national team
Draft emails, newsletters, announcements, presentations, event invitations, promotional messaging, and other communications materials
Create and update flyers, posters, presentations, event signage, one-pagers, and promotional materials
Support promotion and execution of regional events, including pre-event promotion, attendee engagement, and post-event storytelling
Track engagement analytics and assist with monthly performance reporting
Assist with awareness campaigns, recurring content series, storytelling initiatives, and other creative projects
Collaborate with college mentors, regional staff, HealthCorps MarComm interns, and the national marketing team
Participate in national intern huddles to align messaging, storytelling strategy, best practices, and campaigns
Represent HealthCorps as an ambassador at schools, events, and community engagements
Commit to 8 hours per week during the 2026–2027 academic year, including 1.5–2 hours weekly at local school sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, social media, business, public health, or a related field
Successful completion of introductory courses in marketing, business, or equivalent
Applied understanding of basic marketing principles
Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube
Creative problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently as a self-starter
Ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Basic photography, image, and video editing skills
Graphic design skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Curiosity about trends, social platforms, and youth-centered storytelling
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel and Outlook
Ability to travel to assigned sites, potentially up to 40 miles within Pittsburgh
Background investigation and/or reference check clearance required for the mentorship offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

College or course credit or practicum hours, depending on university requirements
Ongoing training, professional development, and mentorship
Hands-on experience in marketing and communications
Opportunities to build professional portfolios
Networking with professionals in nonprofit, public health, and communications fields
Learning stipend distributed in monthly installments, usable for expenses such as bus passes, gas, professional clothing, parking, and meals
Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace