Media Relations Co-op: Communications & Outreach

Biogen, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Biogen in Cambridge, MA offers a 6-month internship with the Global Media Relations and External Communications team. You will support corporate campaigns, draft press releases and social posts, and research industry trends to help shape Biogen's public narrative.

You'll work with senior staff on press materials, briefing executives, and monitoring media sentiment. Ideal candidates are pursuing journalism, PR, or related fields with strong writing and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in media/marketing or a passion for science.
• Background in journalism, media relations, marketing or business is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and keen attention to detail.
• Strong research abilities to gather information about industry trends and media contacts.
• Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced working environment.
• Ability to think strategically and execute tactically.
• Maturity to work cross-functionally with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• 21st century communicator with knowledge of digital platforms and traditional tools.

Responsibilities

• Draft compelling communication materials such as press releases, social media posts, leadership emails, and blogs.
• Investigate industry trends, key journalists, corporate awards, and external speaking opportunities.
• Utilize AI tools and platforms to develop analyses of industry trends and company sentiment.
• Prepare briefing materials and talking points for executive speaking engagements, journalist interviews, and panel discussions.
• Support editorial oversight of daily media monitoring.
• Identify and develop projects and communication materials to support Biogen's leadership and brand goals.
• Work cross-functionally with stakeholders and subject-matter experts to research and develop positions.
• Liaise day-to-day with business partners, marketing agencies, external stakeholders and internal collaborators.

Skills

Media relations interest

Strong writing

Research abilities

Cross-functional collaboration

Digital platforms knowledge

Strategic thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Current Undergraduate majoring in Journalism, Public Relations, or related fields.

Job description

Biogen in Cambridge, MA offers a 6-month internship with the Global Media Relations and External Communications team. You will support corporate campaigns, draft press releases and social posts, and research industry trends to help shape Biogen's public narrative.

You'll work with senior staff on press materials, briefing executives, and monitoring media sentiment. Ideal candidates are pursuing journalism, PR, or related fields with strong writing and attention to detail.