Summer Intern, Communications

Job description

Job Description

A health care company with global reach. A product pipeline filled to the brim. A team committed to scientific advancement. Think what's possible.
Novartis and its associated companies are always looking for talented employees globally. We are engaged in advance preparation for potential position openings. Submit your CV/resume now to join our talent pool for the position described below. Please note that you are not applying for a current vacancy, but are submitting your CV/resume for consideration for future, possible opportunities. We look forward to receiving your information.

Communications intern to assist the Communications Function in preparing internal Company publications over the summer months.

•Selects, writes and reviews/proofread articles and memos for employee communications.
•Interviews internal stakeholder to obtain items for publication and to verify facts, content generation for stories.
•Develops, recommends and maintains editorial policy.
•Will coordinate production and distribution activities.
•Frequent internal Company and/or external contacts. Represents organization on specific projects.
•Event planning: logistics support and planning for internal meetings
•Vendor management: development of POs, SOWs, and billing for external resources in support of internal programs.
•Keep Communications department SOPs, guidebook and Policies updated.
•Some administrative support for the communications department, as necessary.

Novartis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Desired profile

Minimum requirements

1.Preferred Competencies/Experiences: Creativity, organizational skills, verbal communication skills; Interest in Event planning; social media interest/competency.

2.Key “Must Have” Competencies/Experiences: Solid writing skills; ppt/Microsoft office skills; Ability to work independently and under pressure; Excellent written and verbal communications skills; Flexible and agile approach; High integrity and values

3.Impact on organization: Will deliver communications plans internally (writing, newsletter, event planning) to increase employee engagement. Role will support Women in Leadership (WIL) and Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) events, two important groups in impacting the culture at Sandoz. Will support external communications as part of the development into role.

1.Entering Junior year min.
2.Preferred Journalism/Communications Major, but will also consider business majors who are interested in communications as part of their focus.
3.GPA 3.0 or above
4.PowerPoint, SharePoint preferred.
5.Ability to work cross functionally