Internal Communications Intern

Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Intern to join our Internal Communications Team.

Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves—one that behaves like a doctor in the family.

About the role:

The Internal Communications Intern will support the Communications team in creating a connected, informed, and inspired employee experience. This role is perfect for a storyteller who is passionate about company culture and wants to learn how to bridge the gap between business strategy and employee engagement.

During this internship, you will help execute key communications channels, assist with large-scale internal events, and develop content that captures Oscar's unique voice for our team. You'll work on real-life projects that impact our team members and help make our mission to change healthcare feel tangible for every employee.

You will report into the Senior Manager, Internal Communications.

Work Location: This position is based in our New York City office, requiring a hybrid work schedule with 3 days of in-office work per week. Thursdays are a required in-office day for team meetings and events, while your other two office days are flexible to suit your schedule. #LI-Hybrid

Pay Transparency: The hourly pay for this role is: $27- $35 an hour. You are also eligible for employee benefits.. You are also eligible for employee benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and edit compelling content for internal channels, including email newsletters, Slack announcements, intranet articles, and executive talking points.
• Assist in the planning and technical execution of company-wide forums, such as All Hands meetings, leadership Q&As, and office-specific culture events.
• Support the day-to-day management of internal platforms, ensuring information is organized, timely, and easy for employees to find.
• Assist in the production of digital assets and internal videos to make communications more engaging.
• Help monitor communication metrics and gather employee feedback to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in how we reach our teams.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to communicate culture-building initiatives and business updates.
• Own and complete one high-impact summer project (e.g., refreshing an onboarding guide or launching a new Slack series) to be presented at the end of the internship.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Communications team.

Responsibilities

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, preferably focusing on Communications, English, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Superior writing and interpersonal skills—you know how to be professional but human.
• Foundational understanding of digital communication tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Slack).

Bonus points:

• No genius without grit. You have a relentless, can-do attitude and aren't afraid to try, fail, and iterate.
• Experience with content creation (writing, editing, design) for newsletters, blogs, or social media. Experience with basic design (Canva/Adobe) or video editing is a plus!
• Experience working in a fast-paced or high-growth environment.