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Communications Assistant
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Job ID 74739
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study, Remote
Employer Michigan Medicine
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

Position Overview

The Center for Health and Research Transformation (CHRT) is a nonprofit research and policy center affiliated with the University of Michigan. CHRT’s mission is to advance the health and well-being of people in Michigan through evidence-based, nonpartisan research, analysis, and collaboration.

The Communications & Design Intern will support CHRT’s Communications Manager in sharing this work with the public, partners, and policymakers. This role is ideal for a student interested in design, digital communications, and public health, and who wants to build practical skills while helping make a real difference by translating research into clear, engaging communications.

This is a part-time position (up to 20  hours per week) with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create visual content for communications materials, including:

    • LinkedIn graphics and campaigns

    • Flyers, one-pagers, and basic reports

    • Event and project promotional materials

  • Support CHRT’s LinkedIn presence, including visual assets, post formatting, and content planning

  • Assist with light writing and editing, such as social media copy or short website updates

  • Provide general communications and administrative support, including maintaining content calendars and organizing design files

Supervision

The intern will report to the Communications Manager and work closely with other CHRT staff as appropriate.

 

 
Educational Value

Learning Opportunities

This internship is designed as a hands-on learning experience. Interns will gain:

  • Real-world experience creating professional communications materials

  • Exposure to public health research and policy communications

  • Experience working with a mission-driven, university-affiliated nonprofit

  • Portfolio-ready design and communications work

  • Mentorship and feedback from an experienced communications professional
Job Requirements

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student

  • Experience using Canva for design

  • Interest in communications, design, public health, or nonprofit work

  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

Bonus (not required): experience with Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Constant Contact, or similar tools

Work Samples

Applicants should submit two (2) examples of design work, such as:

  • Social media graphics or campaigns

  • Flyers or promotional materials

Samples may come from academic, professional, or personal projects.

 
Hourly Rate $18.00/hour to $23.00/hour
Hours 20.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date ASAP
End Date TBD
Primary Contact Flavia Lacerda Shuck
Primary Contact's Email N/A
Supervisor N/A
Work Location Remote with some in-person work at the CHRT office on North Campus.
Phone N/A
Fax N/A