Marketing and Communications Intern (Summer 2026)

As a Marketing & Communications Intern you will work alongside the Telligen corporate marketing team to support various internal and external projects and initiatives. This may include graphic design, digital marketing strategy and execution, website organization and maintenance, writing and marketing measurement. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is seeking meaningful, hands-on experience in the marketing profession. 

This position is required to be onsite at our West Des Moines, IA office. 

Schedule: 40 hours per week available during the summer, with potential to extend into the fall working a reduced schedule. 

 

What You'll Do:

Graphic Design: 
• Creates and/or edits graphic design content for various mediums including websites, PowerPoint presentations, emails, and various social media activities.
• Designs promotional materials such as brochures, newsletters, collateral materials, and white papers.
• Ensures all graphic designs comply with company, customer, and regulatory standards by following editorial standards for communication content.
• Utilizes AI-powered optimization tools to improve content quality and engagement.
Website Design and Development: 
• Creates, customizes, and maintains responsive, visually appealing websites focusing on user experience (UX), layout, and aesthetics.
• Utilizes theme builders, CSS, and plugins to translate client requirements into functional, mobile-first websites.
• Designs wireframes, conducts UX research, manages content, and ensures optimal website performance.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the WordPress platform, including CMS management and theme customization. Manages and updates WordPress sites to ensure they are current, functional, and aligned with client needs.
• Support website SEM strategy, including site updates, recommendations, and maintenance. Provide insights and improvement of SEM, PPC, keywords search and analytics (Google Data Studio, Google Analytics, LeadFeeder) 
• Write content for company blog, intranet site, or website using AP style. 
• Monitoring and managing the company’s social media platforms, adjusting outreach tactics as needed.
• Assist the Marketing & Communications team with brainstorming, creating and implementing integrated digital marketing campaigns. May support paid search campaigns using Google Search Console and Google Tag Manager.  
• Contribute to monthly performance analytics reports for website and marketing tactics.  

Required and Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing a degree in business, marketing, public relations, communications or another related field.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and handle multiple projects efficiently in order to meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to write social media content, blog articles and website content. Must possess an understanding of AP style for written communications.
• Ideal candidates will have knowledge of some or most of the following marketing/communications platforms and tools:
• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat)
• Social media platforms (LinkedIn, X, Facebook)
• Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
• Canva
• Wordpress (and basic HTML and CSS)
• Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Zoom
• Video and audio production, editing and exporting skills using DSLR cameras and Adobe Premiere Pro 
• Positions working on specific government contracts may require U.S. Citizenship.

Who We Are: Telligen is one of the most respected population health management organizations in the country. We work with state and federal government programs, as well as employers and health plans offering clinical, analytical, and technical expertise.
Over our 50-year history, health care has evolved - and so have we. What hasn't changed is our deep commitment to those we serve. Our success is built on our ability to adapt, respond to client needs and deliver innovative, mission-driven solutions.
Our business is our people and we’re seeking talented individuals who share our passion and are ready to take ownership, make an impact and help shape the future of health.
Are you Ready? We’re on a mission to transform lives and economies by improving health. Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, our employee-owners drive our business and share in our success.Community: We show up - for our clients, our communities and each other. Being a responsible corporate partner is part of who we are.Ingenuity: We value bold ideas and c