Summer Intern: Corporate Communications Analyst

Independence Blue Cross

Serving more than 8 million people nationwide, including 2.5 million in southeastern Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - together with its subsidiaries - is the leading health insurance organization in the Philadelphia region. Our mission to build healthier lives for you, your family, and your employees shapes our actions and decisions every day.

At Independence, we see each of our members as an individual, with unique needs and concerns. We're dedicated to harnessing the very latest ideas and technologies to deliver access to care that meets those needs and surpasses your expectations. For more information about Independence access our website at www.ibx.com. We're revolutionizing health care, and our focus is on you!

Job Description:

Corporate Communications is responsible for helping shape and share the Independence Blue Cross (IBX) story with employees, customers, community partners, and the public. The team creates engaging communications, supports brand and reputation-building efforts, manages media and stakeholder engagement, and helps deliver clear, consistent messaging across a variety of channels. This is an exciting opportunity to gain exposure to corporate communications, storytelling, reputation management, and strategic engagement within a leading healthcare organization.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Support the development and execution of internal and external communications initiatives.
• Assist with creating communication plans, key messages, and content for a variety of audiences and channels.
• Draft and edit communications materials, including press releases, media advisories, briefing documents, newsletters, and other written content.
• Help develop media lists, research media contacts, and monitor media coverage and industry trends.
• Assist with creating and scheduling social media content to support campaigns, events, and promotional activities.
• Conduct research to support communications projects, storytelling efforts, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with team members on executive communications projects and leadership messaging.
• Provide writing, proofreading, and editing support for audience-specific publications and communications materials.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of special events, community engagement activities, photo shoots, and video productions.
• Support day-to-day department operations and contribute to special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Excellent organizational & time management skills
• Basic understanding of common Public Relations activities and terms
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Should be self-motivated and proactive to take initiative and work independently
• Strong collaboration and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Digital/Social media skills are a plus

Education:

• Pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Internal Communications, Social Media
• Current Junior, Senior, or Recent grad up to one year

Program Dates

Program Start Date: Tuesday, June 1, 2027

Program Completion Date: August 6, 2027

Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (37.5 hours per week)

Location

1901 Market Street, Philadelphia 19103

IBX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability.

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