Intern, Business Development & Marketing
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 assignmentsSpecifications
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