Biotech Communications & Public Affairs Co-op (Hybrid)

Fspco Op012325; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Flagship Pioneering is seeking a motivated co-op in Cambridge, MA to explore corporate communications, media relations, and public affairs. You will monitor media, help craft executive communications, and contribute creative content for social channels, internal channels, and events.

You are an undergraduate student from Northeastern University approved for spring 2027, with strong English skills and proficiency in Canva, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• Curiosity for corporate communications, media relations, and public affairs.
• Ability to write clearly and succinctly for different business channels.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Effective communicator who asks questions and shares ideas.
• Undergraduate student at Northeastern University approved for the spring 2027 co-op cycle.
• Interest in communications, media relations, or journalism.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Canva; experience with Adobe Creative Suite and AI tools preferred.
• Work authorization in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to support communications strategy and planning across the team.
• Assist in developing and implementing executive thought leadership plans by updating calendars and databases of conferences and award opportunities.
• Monitor media coverage and compile media reports using PR tools like Muck Rack.
• Assist in creating media materials such as media briefings.
• Maintain and update media contact lists, including content creators.
• Assist with social media management and content creation for Flagship’s channels using Canva and Adobe tools.
• Collaborate with team members to support cross-team projects as needed.
• Participate in weekly Communications & Public Affairs team meetings.

Skills

Clear writing

Effective communication

Multitasking

English proficiency

Education

Undergraduate student at Northeastern University

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

AI tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Flagship Pioneering is seeking a motivated co-op in Cambridge, MA to explore corporate communications, media relations, and public affairs. You will monitor media, help craft executive communications, and contribute creative content for social channels, internal channels, and events.

You are an undergraduate student from Northeastern University approved for spring 2027, with strong English skills and proficiency in Canva, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite.