Intern, National Heart Walk-Remote in NYC, DC, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Boston or Nashville
Overview
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
We have an exciting opportunity for an intern on our Development Team. As an intern supporting our National Heart Walk Teams, you will play a key role in driving campaign success with some of our nation’s largest employers. Your responsibilities will include a variety of tasks that contribute to the planning and execution of their 2025-2026 Corporate Fundraising Campaigns. You will gain experience working with a group of dynamic leaders and impact efforts that engage thousands of volunteers and raise $1M+ this year.
The American Heart Association’s Internship Program provides college students an opportunity for hands-on experience in various facets for individuals interested in gaining work experience with a non-profit, voluntary health organization.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as training and support locally and through our National Center.
#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Internship Overview
Time Commitment: 20 hours per week
Internship Duration: 9/8/25 – 12/5/25
Location: Remote Position – Intern based in NYC, DC, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Boston or Nashville. This role follows Eastern Time Zone hours.
Salary: $23.00 per hour
Internship Outcomes
Individuals participating in the internship program are provided with an opportunity to:
• Gain important and practical job skills to be successful in a non-profit environment.
• Opportunity to explore a career-path with a reputable voluntary health/service organization.
• Complete an internship that enriches your academic and professional resume as well as enriching your personal life by making a difference in the lives of others.
Responsibilities
Campaign Planning & Support:
• Assist with the planning, coordinating, and executing kick-off events, rally calls and Heart Walk participation at sites across the country.
• Create Company Tool Kits, communications templates and other resources to drive company fundraising success.
• Support Heart Walk custom website builds and volunteer website trainings
Event Participant Outreach & Engagement:
• Conduct outreach to past and current participants to engage them in different aspects of the Heart Walk campaigns
• Coordinate Teams Meetings for Company-wide Volunteer Trainings and Celebrations.
• Create and distribute Thank You communications and Impact Reports for Companies at the end of the Fall Season.
Data & Reporting:
• Assist with pulling reports, data entry, and organizing event-related information to track progress and outcomes.
Hands-Only CPR Events:
• Support the planning and execution of Hands-Only CPR demonstrations.
• Assist with press release writing and distribution in support of local event promotion and disseminating mission/science/evergreen content.
• Engage survivors as advocates of the importance in knowing Hands-Only CPR.
Qualifications
• Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in business, communications, public relations, nonprofit fundraising, or event management.
• Experience/interest in volunteer recruitment and management or fundraising.
• Demonstrated excellence in written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in effective one-on-one and group communications and comfort with working professionally with all levels of community leaders, volunteers, and staff.
• Proficient in multiple social media platforms.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities involving multiple entities.
• Intermediate to excellent proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and basic knowledge of Canva.
• Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection.
• Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, occasional weekend hours may be needed.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship, now or in the future. For any roles working remotely, the work must also be performed inside the United States, not in a foreign country.
Compensation & Benefits
The job application window is expected to close: August 1, 2025.
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
• Compensation and Performance – Attracting talented, committed interns means offering competitive compensation, ongoing professional development and training, and an environment in which to work and grow. And we do.
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
• Healthcare Benefits – You will have the opportunity to participate in our Teladoc General Medical and Behavioral Health programs. We also provide access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost as a confidential program designed to assist employees and family members with personal issues that affect their relationships at home or at work.
Apply Today:So, are you ready to intern for the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases?
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities.
In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
#AHAWAYUP, #LI-DNP
Apply Now
Apply Now
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
We have an exciting opportunity for an intern on our Development Team. As an intern supporting our National Heart Walk Teams, you will play a key role in driving campaign success with some of our nation’s largest employers. Your responsibilities will include a variety of tasks that contribute to the planning and execution of their 2025-2026 Corporate Fundraising Campaigns. You will gain experience working with a group of dynamic leaders and impact efforts that engage thousands of volunteers and raise $1M+ this year.
The American Heart Association’s Internship Program provides college students an opportunity for hands-on experience in various facets for individuals interested in gaining work experience with a non-profit, voluntary health organization.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as training and support locally and through our National Center.
#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Internship Overview
Time Commitment: 20 hours per week
Internship Duration: 9/8/25 – 12/5/25
Location: Remote Position – Intern based in NYC, DC, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Boston or Nashville. This role follows Eastern Time Zone hours.
Salary: $23.00 per hour
Internship Outcomes
Individuals participating in the internship program are provided with an opportunity to:
• Gain important and practical job skills to be successful in a non-profit environment.
• Opportunity to explore a career-path with a reputable voluntary health/service organization.
• Complete an internship that enriches your academic and professional resume as well as enriching your personal life by making a difference in the lives of others.
Responsibilities
Campaign Planning & Support:
• Assist with the planning, coordinating, and executing kick-off events, rally calls and Heart Walk participation at sites across the country.
• Create Company Tool Kits, communications templates and other resources to drive company fundraising success.
• Support Heart Walk custom website builds and volunteer website trainings
Event Participant Outreach & Engagement:
• Conduct outreach to past and current participants to engage them in different aspects of the Heart Walk campaigns
• Coordinate Teams Meetings for Company-wide Volunteer Trainings and Celebrations.
• Create and distribute Thank You communications and Impact Reports for Companies at the end of the Fall Season.
Data & Reporting:
• Assist with pulling reports, data entry, and organizing event-related information to track progress and outcomes.
Hands-Only CPR Events:
• Support the planning and execution of Hands-Only CPR demonstrations.
• Assist with press release writing and distribution in support of local event promotion and disseminating mission/science/evergreen content.
• Engage survivors as advocates of the importance in knowing Hands-Only CPR.
Qualifications
• Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in business, communications, public relations, nonprofit fundraising, or event management.
• Experience/interest in volunteer recruitment and management or fundraising.
• Demonstrated excellence in written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in effective one-on-one and group communications and comfort with working professionally with all levels of community leaders, volunteers, and staff.
• Proficient in multiple social media platforms.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities involving multiple entities.
• Intermediate to excellent proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and basic knowledge of Canva.
• Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection.
• Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, occasional weekend hours may be needed.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship, now or in the future. For any roles working remotely, the work must also be performed inside the United States, not in a foreign country.
Compensation & Benefits
The job application window is expected to close: August 1, 2025.
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
• Compensation and Performance – Attracting talented, committed interns means offering competitive compensation, ongoing professional development and training, and an environment in which to work and grow. And we do.
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
• Healthcare Benefits – You will have the opportunity to participate in our Teladoc General Medical and Behavioral Health programs. We also provide access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost as a confidential program designed to assist employees and family members with personal issues that affect their relationships at home or at work.
Apply Today:So, are you ready to intern for the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases?
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities.
In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
#AHAWAYUP, #LI-DNP
Apply Now
Apply Now