Location: Cincinnati Office  

40/hrs per week, 10-week internship  

Hybrid Schedule: 2 days in office / 3 days working remotely 

Job Summary  
The Editorial Intern will support the content development team by assisting with various editorial tasks, including researching, writing, editing and fact-checking. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in content creation within the healthcare and patient education space. The ideal candidate is a current student or recent graduate with a passion for writing and a keen interest in the editorial process. You will work closely with experienced editors and content creators, contributing to the production of high-quality health information that engages and informs our audience. 

What You’ll Do:  

• Content Creation: Research and write articles, short-form pieces and other content types in an easy-to-understand, approachable way while following our company style guide. 

• Research: Conduct research on various topics, particularly within the healthcare and patient education sectors, to support content development. 

• Fact-Checking: Confirm running content is still accurate and up to date by verifying with trusted sources. 

• Editorial Support: Provide general support to the editorial team, including reviewing other writers’ content pieces, evaluating content from our partnership organizations and preparing content for publication. 

• Proofreading: Review content for grammatical errors and style consistency. 

• Collaboration: Work with designers to ensure content is visually appealing and helps communicate the content effectively. 

• Learning and Development: Participate in professional development meetings to learn basic skills for working in a business environment. 

What We Need  

• Samples: Include up to 3 samples of writing that showcase your best work. 

• Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or a related field. 

• Writing Skills: Strong writing and editing abilities, with preferred experience following a style guide. 

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with remote and in-person teammates. 

• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. 

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Acrobat; familiarity with content management systems (CMS) is a plus. 

Desired Qualifications:  

• Healthcare Interest: An interest in healthcare, wellness or patient education topics, with the desire to create content that positively impacts patient outcomes. 

• Previous Experience: Prior experience in an editorial role (e.g., school newspaper, blog or internship) is preferred but not required. 

• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to writing and editing, ensuring all content is accurate, polished and ready for publication. 

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Curiosity: A curious mind with a strong desire to learn and grow in the field of editorial content creation. 

• Proactivity: A proactive attitude, with the initiative to take on tasks independently and contribute ideas to the team. 

• Collaboration: Ability to work well within a team environment, collaborating with editors, writers and designers to create effective content for our audiences. 

• Resilience: The ability to accept constructive feedback and use it to improve your work.