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Intern, Business Development & Marketing

Purpose of Position
The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) is seeking a summer intern to provide support for multiple, high-visibility business development and marketing initiatives.  Based in Washington, D.C., but with global operations, AdvaMed is a leading trade association representing manufacturers of innovative, cutting edge medical technology.  AdvaMed member companies produce the medical devices, diagnostic products and health information systems that are transforming health care through earlier disease detection, less invasive procedures and more effective treatments.  AdvaMed members range from the largest to the smallest medical technology innovators and companies.

Essential Duties of Position

Conduct outreach to existing and prospective members by composing blog posts, creative email blasts and engaging social media content

Work with Membership and AdvaMed Purchasing teams to create flyers, infographics and other collateral where necessary for event, association and programmatic promotions

Conduct research of AdvaMed members; identify business leaders and key stakeholders with whom AdvaMed interact on critical business issues

Respond to staff questions and requests

Provide administrative support to the department as needed

Assist with various research and/or special projects as needed

Travel Requirements: 0%  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Excellent oral communication skills and exceptional writing skills

Advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and/or InDesign

Exceptional organizational skills

Ability to prioritize workload and multi-task

Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills

Excellent telephone manner

Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions

Ability to work independently

Exceptional attention to detail

Excellent proofreading skills

Ability to navigate the Web for research and informational purposes

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Ability to take initiative to complete projects, tasks, and assignments  

Specifications
The candidate for this internship should be working toward a four-year bachelor’s degree. An ideal candidate would have experience and an interest in blog writing, graphic design, and/or digital marketing.  

0 - 2 years’ experience