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Marketing Intern

CompanyBoston Public Health Commission
LocationBoston
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Marketing Intern will support communications and outreach efforts to increase visibility and engagement among youth audiences in Boston. Responsibilities include developing inclusive communications, supporting marketing campaigns, and elevating youth voices through storytelling and digital media.
Internship Type
internship
Company Size
862
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Welcome! We’re Boston’s public health department. We work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. We envision a thriving Boston where all residents live healthy, fulfilling lives free of racism, poverty, violence, and other systems of oppression. Equity. Collaboration. Anti-Racism. People-Centered. Transparency. These values drive our public health work and shape how we support and empower our employees every day. Through our policies, programs, and services, we strive to eliminate health disparities based on race, ethnicity, income, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and neighborhood. We support residents and families with over 40 programs and services that meet community needs across our neighborhoods and lifespan, including accessible community-based health and social services; community engagement and advocacy; health-promoting policies and regulations; disease and injury prevention; emergency services; and health promotion and education services. We are equally committed to investing in our people by fostering an inclusive and empowering work environment where everyone can grow, contribute and make an impact. As the nation's oldest health department, with roots dating back to 1799, our work has evolved from the needs of then to the needs of now. We provide and support accessible, high-quality community-based health services and programming, education and resources to build a healthy Boston. We are a group of dedicated neighbors and community members ready to meet the moment and deliver a safer, healthier Boston for our residents. Join us and grow your career in a workplace that values innovation, equity, and professional development. Explore career opportunities at careers.bphc.org.
About the Role

Start Strong is a youth led violence prevention program at the Boston Public Health Commission.

 

The Marketing Intern will support the program’s communications and outreach efforts, helping to increase visibility, engagement, and impact across Boston communities—especially among youth audiences.

 

Duties:

 

Works to help BPHC advance as an antiracist organization by meeting or exceeding the standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism Policy.

 

Develop Inclusive and Culturally Responsive Communications
Create flyers, presentations, and outreach materials that are youth-centered, accessible, and culturally relevant—supporting BPHC’s commitment to dismantling racism by amplifying diverse voices and ensuring messaging reflects the lived experiences of Boston’s communities.


Support Community-Rooted Marketing Campaigns
Collaborate with staff and youth leaders to design and execute marketing strategies for events, video/film, and public awareness campaigns that promote health equity, safe relationships, and anti-oppression values.


Elevate Youth Voice through Storytelling and Digital Media
Help generate compelling content-including social media posts, videos/documentaries, and podcasts, that positions young people as change makers and aligns with BPHC’s anti-racist mission to challenge dominant narratives and center marginalized perspectives.

Qualifications
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the role of public health in addressing racism, the social determinants of health, and inequities in health outcomes as well as strategies to advance racial justice and health equity.
  • Commitment to health equity and racial/social justice issues.
  • Strong written and visual communication skills, with experience using social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok) and a demonstrated interest in creative storytelling or content creation.
  • Strong videography and video editing experience with free or low cost softwares.
  • Ability to collaborate respectfully with diverse youth and adult staff, showing cultural humility and a commitment to BPHC’s anti-racism and health equity values.
  • Interest in public health, youth leadership, or social justice, with a willingness to learn about healthy relationships, community engagement, and anti-oppressive media practices.
Key Skills
Public HealthRacial JusticeHealth EquityWritten CommunicationVisual CommunicationSocial MediaCreative StorytellingContent CreationVideographyVideo EditingCollaborationCultural HumilityYouth LeadershipCommunity EngagementAnti-Oppressive Media Practices
Categories
MarketingHealthcareSocial ServicesCreative & Media