Enterprise Internship, Greater Milwaukee Community Relations, Access & Social Impact

600 Advocate Health, Inc.

Milwaukee (WI)

Hybrid

USD 24,000 - 34,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Advocate Health in Milwaukee invites applications for the Social Impact & Community Relations Intern position. The role focuses on building relationships with local communities, advancing CSR initiatives, and gaining hands-on experience in program development, stakeholder engagement, event planning, and impact reporting.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Communications, Social Work, Nonprofit Management or related fields (junior/senior).

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Communications, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, or related field with junior or senior standing.
No experience required.
GPA of at least 2.5.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to complete tasks.
Strong teamwork and multitasking skills.
Proficient with Excel.
Integrity, maturity, dependability, positive attitude and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and executing community outreach programs and volunteer events
Support partnerships with local nonprofits, schools, and civic organizations
Help track and report on social impact metrics and outcomes
Contribute to internal and external communications related to select initiatives
Conduct research on social issues, community needs, and best practices
Assist with grant applications, sponsorship requests, and donation tracking

Skills

Communication skills

Excel

Teamwork

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Research

Education

Pursuing degree in Public Relations, Communications, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, or related field

Job description

Department: 14206 Enterprise Corporate - People & Culture Workforce Development

Status: Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: The internship will take place May 31, 2027-August 6, 2027. Interns will be scheduled to work up to 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri business hours. This is a hybrid role offering in-person, on-site work across the greater Milwaukee footprint.

Pay Range: $21.00 - $21.00

We are seeking a passionate and community-minded Social Impact & Community Relations Intern to support our efforts in building meaningful relationships with local communities and advancing our organizational, clinical, and social responsibility to the communities that we serve. This internship offers hands‑on experience in program development, stakeholder engagement, event planning, and impact reporting.

Major Responsibilities

Assist in planning and executing community outreach programs and volunteer events

Support partnerships with local nonprofits, schools, and civic organizations

Help track and report on social impact metrics and outcomes

Contribute to internal and external communications related to select initiatives

Conduct research on social issues, community needs, and best practices

Assist with grant applications, sponsorship requests, and donation tracking

Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for new initiatives

Gain experience in community engagement and CSR strategy

Develop skills in event planning, stakeholder communication, and impact reporting

Understand the role of businesses in driving social change

Build professional relationships and receive mentorship from experienced leaders

Contribute to initiatives that make a real difference in the community

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

None Required

Education Required

Currently pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Communications, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, or a related field with junior or senior standing.

Experience Required

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Current enrollment with junior or senior status at a regional accredited college or university.

Interns are expected to be in the process of obtaining an undergraduate degree

Grade point average of at least 2.5.

Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Strong attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability in successfully completing tasks.

Strong teamwork skills.

Effective multitasking and prioritization skills.

Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Excel.

Must demonstrate integrity, maturity, dependability, a positive attitude and enthusiasm.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Each department will develop mental/physical requirements from the job standards and guidelines. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

Incentive pay for select positions

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

Reshaping Access

What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it.

Inspiring Professionals

With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.

Transforming Care

We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials.

Combined Clinical Excellence