Non Duke Student/Intern

Non Duke Student/Intern

Work Arrangement: On-Site Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710 Personnel Area: MEDICAL CENTER

School of Medicine: Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Be You. Duke School of Medicine's collaborative Duke Cancer Institute (DCI) is seeking a Health Care Communications and Development Fellow. This position will support planning and execution of a major community education event focused on genitourinary cancers (prostate, kidney, and bladder). This annual event, hosted in partnership with Duke Cancer Institute Development and the Duke Cancer Institute's Center for Prostate and Urologic Cancers, provides critical information for patients and caregivers while raising funds for research and community outreach. The event typically features expert presentations, volunteer engagement, and community participation. In September of 2026, the event will be held at NCCU's Student Center.

Preferred Qualifications Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail. Professional communication skills across phone, email, and in-person interactions. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Canva, and Zoom; experience with basic photo/video editing is a plus. Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Be Bold. Key Responsibilities: Assist in developing promotional and informational materials, including social media content, web page announcement, flyers, sponsor packets, and a short video reel. Support website updates and registration management for the event. Coordinate logistics with NCCU staff, caterers, audiovisual technicians, and parking services. Contribute to sponsor communications and update informational packets. Participate in site visits for space planning and event setup. Assist with volunteer recruitment and role planning. Collaborate with health care providers and marketing teams to ensure accurate messaging and media coverage. Provide on-site support during the event to ensure smooth operations and take video/photos (if possible, since the event takes place after the conclusion of the fellowship period).

Choose Duke. Join our award-winning team as identified by Forbes magazine as America's Best Large Employer 2024 and be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery. As an organization, we have exciting opportunities to be forward-thinking leaders in our field. We want talented individuals to join us, examine our current operations, and create innovative solutions that will revolutionize and enhance the way we approach our work. Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines.

Job Code: 00000729 NONDUKE STUDENT/INTERN Job Level: 00 Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $0.00 to USD $0.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideasan exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: View email address on click.appcast.io; phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io).