Job Summary

Make a real impact across Michigan this summer. As a Community Relations
event intern, you will help bring Priority Health’s mission to life by supporting events that improve health and strengthen communities. You will gain professional experience in event operations and logistics, experiential brand marketing, project management and planning, public facing communication, on-site decision making, and visibility with health care and community leaders. This role is suited for those who like to stay out from behind the desk most days and want to get an authentic look at what it takes to run real community events, many of which happen outside of the traditional office days and hours. We are seeking an initiative-taking, confident and enthusiastic intern who will serve as an event brand ambassador and learn in real-time alongside our award-winning team. The intern will represent Priority Health as a brand ambassador at a variety of sponsored community events and will assist in organizing and executing campaigns, small gatherings, and large festivals. No two days on the job are the same. You will wrap up the internship with an understanding of how community engagement can both improve health and influence marketing and brand goals.

Essential Functions

Assist in the planning and coordination of community events, including logistics, vendor management, and volunteer coordination.
Independent travel with event setup and teardown, branded item distribution and ensuring all aspects run smoothly.
Support marketing efforts by gathering content for social media, intranet, and engaging with the members and potential members.
Troubleshoot on-site challenges (weather changes, vendor questions, crowd flow) with support from the Community Relations team.
Provide administrative support, including maintaining event databases, tracking
Expenses, data, and preparing reports to evaluate sponsorship impact.
Attend and contribute to team meetings, offering creative ideas and feedback.
Collaborate with marketing, brand, sales, and other internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and event success.
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant degree program (e.g., Event Management, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations).
Strong emotional intelligence and people skills, comfortable engaging with the public in a friendly, positive manner.
Demonstrate compassion, integrity, and respect among diverse audiences.
Reliable and punctual.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital project management systems.
Passion for community engagement and event planning.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and occasional overnights for events.
Comfortable driving to events independently and navigating to various locations across lower Michigan.
Ability to lift and transport event materials independently up to 40 lbs. and work extended periods of time during events

Qualifications

Required

Enrolled in a university pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in the area of accountability. May also be a recent graduate from an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program.

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Priority Health - 1241 E BeltlineAve NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Marketing Public Relations - PH Managed Benefits

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

20

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

Community Relations Event Intern

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