COMPANY

At BioCryst, we are passionate about advancing novel therapeutics for patients with rare and serious diseases. Our structure-guided drug design process leads us to the discovery and development of novel small-molecule drugs. We integrate traditional biology and medicinal chemistry along with a wide array of advanced technologies to understand the three-dimensional structures of active sites of target enzymes. Our scientists then design molecular structures to create bespoke drugs for patients. We focus on therapeutic areas with either no available treatments or large unmet patient needs. BioCryst’s US headquarters are located in Durham, North Carolina, our European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland and our Discovery Center of Excellence in Birmingham, Alabama. We are proud of our culture of engagement and accountability that rewards people for innovative thinking and achievement of key objectives. For more information, please visit the company’s website at www.biocryst.com.

JOB SUMMARY

This is an exciting opportunity to obtain hands-on communications experience in a fast-growing biotech company. As a Corporate Communications Intern, you will support a variety of communications efforts including employee communications, media relations, digital communications, event planning and executive communications. This is a unique chance for you to garner a breadth of experience across the Corporate Communications spectrum while gaining valuable healthcare and biotechnology industry experience.

The ideal candidate will be ready to roll up their sleeves and bring their passion for communications into a fast-paced, innovative learning environment. This individual should bring energy every day and be eager to work collaboratively as we make hope a reality for patients with rare and orphan diseases.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Employee communications: Coordinate content, draft news articles and track analytics for global intranet. Oversee company-wide mass email coordination calendar. Partner with other departments to ensure the employee perspective is properly reflected in communications they develop.
• Media relations: Build and maintain media lists. Conduct regular media monitoring to track company and relevant industry news.
• Digital communications: Conduct regular monitoring of company social channels and assist development of company social media content.
• Event planning: Coordinate monthly Lunch & Learn series, including pre-meeting set-up, speaker prep and post-meeting communications.
• Executive communications: Coordinate monthly all-employee meetings, including pre-meeting set-up and post-meeting communications. Contribute to agenda development, slide creation and speaker forum prep.
• Copy editing: Bring a keen eye to the department’s communications, proofreading documents and editing content for audience and platform.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants are REQUIRED to be currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, or related discipline with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Exceptional written and verbal communicator
• Self-starter who can work independently
• Ability to be flexible and adjust quickly as priorities change
• Team player who is willing to flex outside the prescribed role
• Passionate about communications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be available to work 30 hours/week during the period of the summer internship
• Must be able to work in the Durham office once/week throughout the period of the summer internship

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

In addition to submitting your resume, please submit three writing samples. These items may be from a previous internship and/or from your coursework. Examples of writing samples include:

• Press release
• News article
• Communications plan
• Website copy
• Social media post
• Video script
• Media monitoring report

NOTE: Incomplete submissions will not be considered for this opportunity

The statements in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The manager may assign additional responsibilities and assignments from time to time.

BioCryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, BioCryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.

BioCryst requires all U.S. based employees to either (a) establish that they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19; or (b) obtain an approved exemption as an accommodation. Proof of vaccination or an approved exemption form is required after a conditional job offer has been made to the applicant and prior to the start date. This requirement is a condition of employment at BioCryst, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at a physical BioCryst location or is fully remote.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)