TEAM OVERVIEW:
Philanthropy Marketing & Communications is a dynamic team of mission-driven project manager/writers, graphic designers, media relations and production professionals handling all facets of marketing for events and initiatives serving the Division of Philanthropy. Projects include marketing collateral, publications, proposals, video, animation, public relations and promotion, special projects, and content for multiple digital platforms.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Resume required with application submission, cover letter is optional. If you wish to disclose your personal pronouns, please include them within your submission.
DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Editorial Co-op supports the organization's content strategy by assisting with writing, editing, proofreading, website updates, and digital content management. This role provides hands-on experience in editorial operations, content creation, web publishing, and digital communications while working closely with marketing, communications, and web teams.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

OVERVIEW OF CO-OP DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Write editorial for the Jimmy Fund Blog and shorter pieces to Impact magazine, supporting marketing collateral as needed
• In-house proofreader – checking for grammar, punctuation and alignment with style guide and brand voice
• Assist in managing editorial calendars
• Research potential story ideas, awareness-month opportunities, faculty work, patient permissions,
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• Assist with interview preparation including research and drafting questions
• Transcribe interviews, organize notes, identify potential quotes, and fact-check story details
• Help build and maintain SharePoint site for editorial brand guides
• Upload images, documents, and multimedia content to the website
• Other tasks as needed

 

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED:

Pursuing a degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing, Digital Media, Public Relations, or a related field.

Previous experience writing for a publication, website, blog, newsletter, or student organization.

Experience managing website content through a CMS.

 

Strong interest in publishing, editorial work, digital communications, content strategy, or web management.

Ability to commit to the internship schedule and complete assigned projects in a timely manner.

 

DISCLAIMER:

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under state or federal law, must be able to perform the essential job functions either with or without a reasonable accommodation.  The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties (including essential functions), responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Non-essential and/or marginal job functions may be adjusted to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

 

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.  Employment with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is “at will.”

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$31,200.00 - $41,200.00