Intern, Growth & Community Engagement (Must reside in New York) at Molina Healthcare

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY

The Molina Healthcare Internship Program shares an objective to create a steppingstone for students who aim to be professionals and future leaders in the healthcare business profession. Interns are assigned special projects and various other duties that are intended to provide them with valuable professional work experience and industry insight. The purpose of an internship is to develop talent by providing students with experiential learning, formal training and opportunities to interact with healthcare professionals and community leaders.  Interns will perform meaningful work alongside talented professionals, gaining insight to Molina’s culture, Mission and Values.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Works closely with community engagement team members and other members of the New York Growth organization to develop/maintain/deepen relationships with key business leaders, community-based organizations (CBOs) and health care providers. The aim is to ensure all efforts are directed towards building stronger communities through improving people’s health and lives, with a focus on growing membership for Molina’s Medicaid and related programs to do so.  

This role is dependent on development of a range of Marketing Communications assets to support awareness of Molina Healthcare of New York to expand market share. Development of a portfolio is the centerpiece—the culminating Marketing Communications Portfolio Project Presentation—at the end of the 10-week internship; the portfolio will highlight individual marketing pieces that have been created. This involves training in/use of Canva* for graphic design.  

Supports the Molina approach to addressing health equity, access to quality care, and population needs in our local communities by helping connect members to the resources and services they need to support their health and well-being. Participates in marketing activities to support efforts, including enrollment and community-based events, signature-sponsored outreach initiatives.  

Learns Molina Healthcare member engagement practices, and where applicable, delivers presentations, and attends meetings.  

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE  

• Must possess clear and professional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated and ability to develop relationships.
• Good time management, organizational and interpersonal skills required.
• Computer experience including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint and experience with internet research.  
• * Willingness to receive self-guided training in Canva, a drag-and-drop graphic design platform interface to simplify the design process with tools for creating marketing communications assets.
• Excellent critical thinking/problem solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information. Ability to maintain confidentiality and to comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Candidate must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate program as a current freshman or sophomore with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and pursuing a bachelor's degree with preference in the following areas - Public Health, Public Service, Marketing, Public Affairs, Public Policy Administration, General Business, Communications. 

Candidate must possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

PREFERRED LICENSE

Must have access to readily available and reliable transportation, or valid driver’s license with good driving record and be able to drive within applicable state or locality with reliable transportation.

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Pay Range: $16 - $18.05 / HOURLY
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.