Editorial Intern

PatientPoint; Cincinnati (AR); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

401K plan

Mental wellness resources

Job summary

PatientPoint in Cincinnati is seeking an Editorial Intern to support content development in healthcare education. This 10-week, 40-hour-per-week internship offers hands-on editing, writing and fact-checking experiences alongside seasoned editors, with a hybrid schedule (2 days in office, 3 remote).

You'll research topics, craft accessible health content, follow a style guide, and collaborate with designers to publish accurate materials for patients and providers.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or a related field.
• Strong writing and editing abilities with attention to style guides.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to collaborate with remote and in-person teammates.

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: research and write articles and content clearly and accessibly.
• Research: gather information on healthcare topics to support content development.
• Fact-Checking: verify information with trusted sources.
• Editorial Support: assist editors and review content for publication readiness.
• Proofreading: check for grammar and style consistency.
• Collaboration: work with designers to ensure visually appealing content.
• Learning and Development: participate in meetings to learn basic business skills.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

Proactivity

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or Communications

Tools

MS Office Suite

Acrobat

CMS

Job description

Join PatientPoint to be part of a dynamic team creating change in and around the doctor’s office. As a leading digital health company, we innovate to positively impact patient behaviors. Our purpose-driven approach offers an inspirational career opportunity where you can contribute to improving health outcomes for millions of patients nationwide.

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.

About PatientPoint:

PatientPoint® is the Point of Change company, transforming the healthcare experience through the strategic delivery ofbehavior-changing content at critical moments of care. As the nation’s largest and most impactful digital network in 30,000 physician offices, we connect patients, providers and healthbrands with relevant information that is proven to drivehealthier decisions and better outcomes. Learn more atpatientpoint.com.

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What We Offer:

We know you bring your whole self to work every day, and we are committed to supporting our full-time teammates with a comprehensive range of modernized benefits and cultural perks. We offer competitive compensation, flexible time off to recharge, hybrid work options, mental and emotional wellness resources, a 401K plan, and more. While these benefits are available to full-time team members, we strive to create a positive and supportive environment for all teammates.

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