Marketing Intern - US

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.

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The US Marketing Intern is responsible for Development of a New Customer Nurture Campaign for Supporting New System Sales in Hospitals and Health Systems, this project will enhance the customer experience during the installation of new systems, building brand loyalty. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in marketing, customer engagement, and project management within the healthcare industry. This position will play a crucial role in enhancing the customer experience and supporting the successful deployment of new systems in hospitals and health systems.

This position is part of US Marketing and will be located in Sunnyvale, CA. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with Sales, Service, and Field Application Specialists (FAS) to gather insights and understand the customer journey.

• Develop Communication Materials: Create customer-facing emails and flyers that outline the installation process and provide valuable tips and tricks.

• Conduct Needs Assessments: Identify key customer needs and challenges during the system installation process through meetings and interviews.

• Implement a Feedback Loop: Establish and manage a feedback mechanism to gather and analyze insights from customers and internal teams.

• Present Findings and Materials: Prepare and deliver a comprehensive presentation summarizing the project outcomes, including the developed materials and insights gained.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field with an interest or concentration in science a plus.

• Proficiency in Content Creation: Demonstrated experience in writing and designing customer-facing materials, such as emails, flyers, or guides.

• Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate with various teams, and meet deadlines.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Ability to Travel: Minimal travel required; primarily office-based. Possible travel to customer site or Trade Show.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Experience in Healthcare Industry: Prior experience working in the healthcare industry, especially in a customer-facing role.

• Familiarity with Design Tools: Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or similar software.

The hourly rate for this role is $30.  This is the rate that we in good faith believe is the rate of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. 

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Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. 

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