About the role#
The Technology Solutions Marketing team at McKesson Canada plans and implements projects to position the company as a leader in pharmacy technology and automation solutions. As an Associate Marketing Specialist Intern, you will work as a marketing generalist, gaining exposure to various functions within Technology Solutions and healthcare technology marketing across North America.
What you'll do#
- Execute tasks from the centralized marketing calendar, including digital, social media, and email campaigns.
- Manage the full life cycle of campaigns, from creative development and copywriting to data segmentation and analysis.
- Develop content for sales enablement assets, such as brochures, videos, webinars, and articles.
- Create social media posts and digital content to build our online presence, with a primary focus on LinkedIn.
- Assist with trade show marketing and event support, which may include on-site participation.
- Ensure all communications adhere to brand guidelines.
- Translate complex IT terms into clear, concise, and engaging concepts for customers.
- Build creative solutions that drive demand and contribute fresh ideas to product positioning.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
- Full bilingual proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to craft compelling narratives and stories across various formats, including video.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Experience with graphic design tools like Canva, Adobe InDesign, or Adobe Photoshop is an asset.
- Familiarity with social media management and digital marketing tools is a plus.
- Experience in a retail pharmacy environment is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
About McKesson
McKesson is a healthcare company based in Irving, Texas. It operates in pharmaceutical distribution, healthcare IT, and medical supply chain management. The organization serves biopharma companies, pharmacies, and care providers. It employs over 25,000 people and functions as a public company.
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