Intern — North America Brand & Communications Associate — Cambridge, MA — Summer 2027
Philips
Summary
Are you interested in an Internship opportunity with Philips? We welcome individuals who are currently pursuing an undergraduate (BS) degree to participate in 3 month paid intern opportunities at our site in Cambridge. Through this role you will gain meaningful, hands-on experience working for a HealthTech company.
Job description
Your role
- Support North America Brand & Communications programs, including media relations, influencer relations and brand activations.
- Help create press releases, social media content and other communications materials that support program goals.
- Identify influencers and subject matter experts, and help build relationships that strengthen advocacy and visibility.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support clear, consistent messaging and stakeholder engagement.
- Identify opportunities to use AI agents to automate tasks, then develop and help implement those agents.
You're the right fit if
- You're an undergraduate pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, public relations, public health or a related field.
- You're excited about applying AI in communications and may have relevant coursework, certifications or hands-on experience with AI tools. You have experience creating AI agents.
- You have strong written and verbal communication skills, are proficient in Microsoft Office, and are familiar with social media platforms.
- You're organized, proactive and collaborative, with 0–2 years of experience through university projects, internships or co-ops. Experience with graphic design or video tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite or Microsoft Clipchamp, is a plus.
- You must be able to successfully perform the minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.
Requirements
- Undergraduate pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, public relations, public health or a related field
- Experience creating AI agents
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Familiar with social media platforms
- Organized, proactive and collaborative
- 0–2 years of experience through university projects, internships or co-ops
- Must be able to perform minimum physical, cognitive and environmental job requirements with or without accommodation
- US work authorization required; no visa sponsorship
- Must reside in or within commuting distance to Cambridge
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Overtime eligible
Company overview
Koninklijke Philips N.V., commonly known as Philips, is a Dutch multinational health technology company that has evolved from its origins as a consumer electronics conglomerate into a leading global healthcare solutions provider. Founded in 1891 in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Philips has transformed its business focus since the 2010s to concentrate exclusively on health technology. The company operates through three main divisions: Diagnosis and Treatment, which manufactures advanced medical imaging equipment including MRI, CT, and ultrasound scanners; Connected Care, specializing in patient monitoring systems and respiratory care products under the Respironics brand; and Personal Health, producing consumer healthcare products like electric shavers, Sonicare toothbrushes, and Avent childcare items. With 68,419 employees worldwide and annual revenues of €18.02 billion (2024), Philips maintains its global headquarters in Amsterdam while operating manufacturing, R&D, and sales facilities across 26 countries. The company has strategically divested its consumer electronics, lighting, and home appliance businesses to become a pure-play health technology organization, positioning itself at the forefront of medical innovation and digital healthcare solutions.