Intern - Communications Specialist

Intern - Communications Specialist

Location: NC-RTP, US

Contract Type: Internship

Area: COMMUNICATION & IMAGE

Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Grifols has been a leader in the healthcare industry since 1909 by creating innovative products and services based on the values of ethics, quality and responsibility. Grifols' activities focus on fulfilling the needs of its patients as well as healthcare professionals working in therapeutics, pharmacy, diagnostics and blood banking. For more than 100 years, Grifols has developed, manufactured and marketed products designed to improve human health. Grifols manufactures plasma derived biopharmaceutical products of proven efficacy, quality and safety.

Purpose & Responsibilities of Position: We are seeking a motivated and creative Communications Intern to support the Plasma Procurement team in the United States. The intern will assist in the development and execution of communication strategies targeted at plasma donors and internal stakeholders. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate communications within the healthcare sector while contributing to meaningful initiatives that support life-saving therapies.

• Assist in the development and execution of project plans and timelines for communications campaigns.
• Support the organization and maintenance of project documentation and campaign materials.
• Help monitor the progress of campaigns and prepare status updates for stakeholders.
• Participate in team meetings, workshops, and brainstorming sessions, taking notes and capturing key outcomes.
• Contribute to the creation of reports and dashboards with campaign results and insights.
• Assist in drafting, editing, and proofreading communications for donor audiences, including content for newsletters, intranet, social media, presentations, and donor communications, ensuring alignment with brand messaging.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve communication.
• Support the identification and tracking of project risks and issues.
• Support the Plasma Communications Manager in implementing internal and external communication campaigns.
• Assist in the coordination of donor engagement initiatives and awareness campaigns.
• Help manage communication tools and channels to ensure alignment and consistency.
• Conduct research and benchmark best practices in communications and donor engagement.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for communications projects and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager to support the team's goals.

Eligible applicants include: Undergraduate students entering their junior or senior year, pursuing a degree in Communications, Business Administration, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field. (Sophomore entering Junior year OR Junior entering Senior year) OR HS Senior going to Grad School (graduate students entering their first or second year of study)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Creative and analytical mindset, with a willingness to work with data.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multicultural team environment.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and take initiative in a dynamic setting.
• Familiarity with project management concepts or tools is a plus.
• Interest in the life sciences, healthcare, or pharmaceutical industry is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• Familiarity with digital communication tools (e.g., Canva, SharePoint, Mailchimp, or similar) and data visualization tools are a plus.

Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-RTP:USNC0001 - RTP NC-Headquarters