Community Relations Intern

CUYUNA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER•Crosby, MN

3d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Elevate community engagement and fundraising efforts while gaining hands-on experience in event coordination. Join Our Team at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center At Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC), we're more than just a healthcare organization; we are a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact. For more than 60 years, we have been providing compassionate, high-quality care in the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area and beyond. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and putting people first, both our patients and our employees. Whether you are on the front lines of patient care or supporting operations behind the scenes, you'll find a culture of collaboration, growth, and respect. If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, we invite you to join us at CRMC and be part of something bigger. A Day in the Life of a Community Relations Intern The Community Relations Intern supports fundraising, outreach, and event coordination to strengthen CRMC’s community presence. This role involves collaborating with internal teams, volunteers, and local partners to organize events, recruit volunteers, and solicit donations. Daily responsibilities include tracking program progress, handling donation data entry, and assisting with donor recognition efforts. The intern also contributes to marketing initiatives and community engagement strategies to enhance CRMC’s reputation. This position provides a dynamic learning environment with exposure to nonprofit operations, public relations, and event management. About the Foundation and Community Relations Department: Building Strong Partnerships for Our Future At CRMC, exceptional healthcare goes beyond hospital walls; it thrives in the relationships we build and the support we provide our community. The Foundation & Community Relations department plays a vital role in strengthening these connections, ensuring that CRMC is not just a healthcare provider but a trusted partner in the well-being of those we serve. Through fundraising initiatives, sponsorships, and outreach programs, this department expands access to critical resources and fosters meaningful partnerships that make a lasting impact. By championing philanthropic efforts and creating opportunities for engagement, Foundation & Community Relations helps enhance the lives of our patients, their families, and the broader community. This department is at the heart of CRMC's mission to provide compassionate, high-quality care, building a healthier future together.

Requirements

Be registered with a post-secondary institution or enrolled for the fall semester (minimum of part-time), with emphasis in Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Philanthropy & Fundraising, or Healthcare Administration.
Be a graduate of a post-secondary institution with an emphasis in Business, Marketing, or Public Relations, Philanthropy & Fundraising, or Healthcare Administration, and begin the internship within two weeks of their graduation date.

Nice To Haves

Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Team player with proactive problem-solving skills
Passionate about community engagement and outreach
Experience in an office environment

Responsibilities

Supports fundraising, outreach, and event coordination to strengthen CRMC’s community presence.
Collaborates with internal teams, volunteers, and local partners to organize events, recruit volunteers, and solicit donations.
Tracking program progress
Handling donation data entry
Assisting with donor recognition efforts.
Contributes to marketing initiatives and community engagement strategies to enhance CRMC’s reputation.