Alcon is a global leader in eye care, known for its innovative products and commitment to advancing eye health worldwide. They are seeking a motivated summer intern to support their External Communications team, focusing on media relations, brand reputation management, and digital communications.
Responsibilities
Assist in drafting, editing, and distributing press releases and media advisories that communicate company milestones, strategic partnerships, and thought leadership initiatives.
Support the monitoring of corporate reputation by tracking media coverage, analyzing social sentiment, and assessing public perception using digital monitoring tools; help compile insights into regular reports for leadership review.
Contribute to the planning and execution of external social media campaigns, including content creation, scheduling, and performance tracking.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop engaging content for external audiences, such as blog posts, stories, and branded visuals that align with company messaging and goals.
Assist in gathering and analyzing campaign metrics to evaluate effectiveness; help prepare reports that inform future communication strategies and support data-driven decision-making.
Help coordinate communications with external partners, media contacts, and internal stakeholders to enhance brand visibility and ensure consistent strategic messaging across all channels.
Qualification
Required
Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to internship or co-op, and at least one additional semester following internship or co-op.
Must be pursuing at least a bachelor’s level degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related major.
