Communications Specialist Intern

ABOUT US

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing. Position Purpose: This internship offers hands-on experience in technical writing, internal communications, event coordination, and cross-departmental collaboration within a professional business environment. The Communications Intern will assist in creating and maintaining clear, concise, and effective communication materials across the Business Services Office. This role will support the development of process documentation, training guides, and internal communications, while also contributing to the planning and execution of employee events. The intern will collaborate with the Media department, IT department, and BSO leadership on special projects and initiatives. Responsibilities and Tasks: Assist in developing and updating process flow documentation for business operations and training purposes Draft internal communications including newsletters, memos, and announcements Support the planning and coordination of employee events and recognition programs Help maintain internal communication platforms and ensure content is current and accessible Minimum Qualifications: Currently a Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing or a related field Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.) Strong written and verbal communication skills Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational abilities Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams Experience with documentation and training material development preferred Must be able to work onsite from January 11th, 2027 to April 30th, 2027 Requiring a minimum of 24 hours to be worked and up to 40 hours per week onsite The Encompass Health Way We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing! At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification. We're eagerly looking forward to meeting you, and we genuinely mean that. Join us on this remarkable journey! All employees must reside within 100-mile radius of our location at 16680 Balance Cove, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34638. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.