MannKind
MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming chronic disease care through innovative, patient-centric solutions. With a focus on cardiometabolic and orphan lung diseases, we develop and commercialize treatments that address serious unmet medical needs, including diabetes, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary fibrosis, nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease, and fluid overload associated with heart failure and chronic kidney disease.
At MannKind, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a close-knit, collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in our mission. We are proud to champion a rich blend of backgrounds, perspectives, and working styles as we work together to improve health outcomes and change lives.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity:
Make a real impact: You won't just shadow - you'll take ownership of meaningful work that directly strengthens our SharePoint security posture and helps hundreds of employees collaborate safely and efficiently.
Hands
on learning with modern tools: You'll gain practical experience with Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, and enterpriselevel governance frameworks-skills that are in high demand and valuable for any IT or cybersecurity career path.
Learn from experienced mentors: You'll work closely with IT Security leaders who are committed to your development, offering guidance, feedback, and opportunities to explore areas you're passionate about.
Grow your technical and professional skills: From permission modeling and access control design to documentation and process improvement, you'll build a strong foundation that will set you apart early in your career.
What You'll Be Doing:
In an ever-evolving healthcare landscape, effective communication is paramount. MannKind is seeking a highly motivated
Communications Intern to join our Corporate Affairs team for Summer 2026. The position will play a pivotal role in supporting our communications team, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and engaging communication both internally and externally. This internship presents a unique opportunity for an individual to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic corporate environment, contributing to the success of MannKind Corporation.
Key Activities:
Following are likely areas of focus for the Communications Intern. Specific projects will be assigned based on business priorities and the intern's skills and interests:
- Content Development: Contribute to creating clear, engaging content for a variety of internal and external communication channels
- Digital & Social Support: Assist with maintaining and enhancing the organization's online presence
- Internal Messaging: Help with initiatives that keep employees informed and connected
- Media & Trend Monitoring: Track relevant news and industry updates to support communication, analysis, and reporting
- Event Coordination: Provide support for planning and communication around company events
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with multiple departments to gather information and support integrated communications campaigns
What You Bring to the Table:
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field .
- Commit to working 40 hours per week for the full 8-12 weeks without vacation weeks.
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Preferably within 1-2 years of graduation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation tools; Experience with graphic design and Canva is a plus
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-motivated and demonstrated learning agility
- You take the initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and act on them without needing constant direction.
- You are open to constructive criticism and use it to improve performance and grow professionally
When and Where You'll Shine:
- Full-time: Schedule (Onsite Mon-Thu, Remote Fri)
- Location: Danbury
- Dates of Program: June 15 to August 20, 2026
- A reliable commute or the intention to find temporary housing before starting the internship is required.
At this time, we are only able to consider candidates who do not require visa sponsorship, including those with a student visa.
Mannkind Corporation
Jan 15, 2026