Intern; Community Relations - Fall

Intern (Community Relations) - Fall 2026

Cal Optima is a mission‑driven, community‑based organization that serves member health with excellence and dignity.

As an Intern (Community Relations) you will support the Community Relations team in building stronger relationships across the community, collaborating with providers, partners, and stakeholders. This full‑office position is based in Orange, CA, with flexible nearby telework options.

• Assist the department manager with community engagement initiatives.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute large‑scale events, meetings, and special projects.
• Provide administrative support for events and projects.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold integrity in all communications.
• Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration.
• Participate in meetings with supervisors to review status and progress.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university four‑year or two‑year degree program, or vocational institution, or graduate program.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational and project‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Flexible schedule; available for evening and weekend events.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Experience in community engagement or event coordination.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Read information from computer screens and printed materials.
• Speak and listen clearly.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing, reaching, walking; flexibility for bending, crouching.
• Lift 10 to 25 pounds.

Pay grade 301: $47,840 – $64,584 annually ($23.00 – $31.05 hourly).

Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, CalPERS pension program, retirement options, generous paid time off, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, flexible scheduling, and the chance to directly impact community health.

Work is typically indoor and sedentary with occasional travel. Noise levels are moderate. Work scheduling may vary; some roles may involve outdoor work in varied temperatures.

Cal Optima Health is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. Cal Optima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. Cal Optima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status, disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

Cal Optima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation at (714) 246‑8400 if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.