Co-op, Media Relations

Cambridge, MA (Hybrid)

$23/hr – $27/hrIntern/New GradFull time

Posted 1 day ago

Job Summary

Own and drive Biogen\'s external communications by shaping corporate messaging, drafting materials, monitoring media, and coordinating cross-functional campaigns across executive engagements and thought leadership opportunities.

  • Lead corporate communications campaigns and projects.
  • Draft and edit materials for announcements and leadership communications.
  • Analyze industry trends and sentiment using AI tools and prepare executive briefings.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Support corporate communication campaigns and projects across Biogen.
  • Draft compelling communication materials such as press releases, social media posts, leadership emails, and blogs for corporate announcements.
  • Investigate industry trends, key journalists, corporate awards, and external speaking opportunities at conferences or panel discussions.
  • Utilize A.I. tools and platforms to develop analyses of industry trends and company sentiment.
  • Prepare briefing materials and talking points for executive speaking engagements, journalist interviews, and panel discussions.
  • Support editorial oversight of daily media monitoring.
  • Identify and develop projects and communication materials to support Biogen’s position as a leader in innovative science and the company’s brand, community and strategy goals.
  • Work cross-functionally with company stakeholders and subject-matter experts to research, write and develop positions as needed.
  • Liaise day-to-day with key business partners, marketing agencies, external stakeholders and internal collaborators in support of project deliverables

Requirements

  • Demonstrated interest in media/marketing or a passion for science.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong sense of urgency and keen attention to detail.
  • Strong research abilities to gather information about industry trends and media contacts and use digital tools to produce analyses.
  • Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced working environment.
  • Ability to think strategically and execute tactically.
  • Maturity and ability to work cross-functionally with senior internal and external stakeholders.
  • 21st century communicator – strong knowledge of digital platforms, social media, and awareness of emerging technologies as well as traditional tools (Outlook, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint).
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
  • At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date

Preferred

  • Other attributes that are desirable but not necessary, are: a background in journalism, media relations, marketing or business.

Benefits

  • - Company paid holidays
  • - Commuter benefits
  • - Employee Resource Groups participation
  • - 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
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Biogen

Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading biotechnology company that pioneers innovative science to deliver new medicines to transform patients’ lives and to create value for shareholders and our communities. We apply deep understanding of human biology and leverage different modalities, to advance first-in-class treatments or therapies that deliver superior outcomes. Our approach is to take bold risks, balanced with return on investment to deliver long-term growth.With approximately 7,000 people worldwide, we are truly a global organization, headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, which is also home to our research operations. Our international headquarters are based in Baar, Switzerland and we have world-class manufacturing facilities in North Carolina and Solothurn, Switzerland. We offer therapies globally through direct affiliate presence in 30 countries and a network of distribution partners in over 50 additional countries.For more information, please visit www.biogen.com. Community Guidelines: https://www.biogen.com/community-guidelines.htmlFollow us on social media – LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and YouTube.

Founded in 1978
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
7.5K employees (345 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

$23/hr – $27/hr

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Funding

Total Funding
$1.5B
Last Raise
$1.5B
Post IPO Debt, 3 years ago

Funding History

  • Aug 2023
    Post IPO Debt • $1.5B

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
173.7K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
55.8%
Direct
35.4%
Referral
6.7%
Social
1.2%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~7.5K

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Co-op, Media Relations

Biogen · Cambridge, MA · Hybrid