American Heart Association
Intern, Advocacy Communications-Remote in Washington D.C.
American Heart Association, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
OverviewAs we celebrate our Centennial year, we invite you to join us in shaping the next century of impact. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives as we remain devoted to a future of health and hope for everyone, everywhere. At the American Heart Association, your contribution matters, and so does your career.
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 internship will work with other content creators within the National Advocacy Communications department to gain professional experience with a national non-profit organization while working directly to create compelling content for our social channels.
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.
Internship Overview:
Time Commitment: 20 hours per week
Internship Duration: 1/21/25-5/2/25
Location:
Washington DC or Remote
Salary: $23.00 per hour
Internship Outcomes
Gain important and practical job skills to be successful in a non-profit environment.
Learn advocacy-specific communications skills.
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
Support content development and/or project management for a long-term issue advocacy campaign (access to care, nutrition, maternal health or tobacco).
Inform our youth-oriented efforts on issues, including the tobacco endgame.
Assist with proofreading materials (news releases, info sheets, fast facts, etc.)
Research reporters, facts, figures, arguments and allies in support of our advocacy priorities.
Monitor and research media coverage of our priority issues, including recommending and developing social media content for sharing.
Assist with drafting web and social media content about our advocacy work.
Qualifications
College seniors and graduate students pursuing a degree in public policy, communications, public relations, public health, journalism or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Experience in public policy and/or an interest in non-profit and health care communications is strongly preferred.
Must be familiar with software including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with Meltwater/Cision, Canva and organizational social media platforms preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, including professional interaction with colleagues.
Required Equipment: Reliable Wi-Fi Connection.
Ability/willingness to travel locally; have a means of reliable transportation.
Minimum availability of 20 hrs./wk., M-F between the hours of 8:30 am-5 pm.
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 & BenefitsThe job application window is expected to close: November 8, 2024.
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 a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow.
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?
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. We're committed to ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared impact across a diverse set of backgrounds.
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
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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 internship will work with other content creators within the National Advocacy Communications department to gain professional experience with a national non-profit organization while working directly to create compelling content for our social channels.
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.
Internship Overview:
Time Commitment: 20 hours per week
Internship Duration: 1/21/25-5/2/25
Location:
Washington DC or Remote
Salary: $23.00 per hour
Internship Outcomes
Gain important and practical job skills to be successful in a non-profit environment.
Learn advocacy-specific communications skills.
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
Support content development and/or project management for a long-term issue advocacy campaign (access to care, nutrition, maternal health or tobacco).
Inform our youth-oriented efforts on issues, including the tobacco endgame.
Assist with proofreading materials (news releases, info sheets, fast facts, etc.)
Research reporters, facts, figures, arguments and allies in support of our advocacy priorities.
Monitor and research media coverage of our priority issues, including recommending and developing social media content for sharing.
Assist with drafting web and social media content about our advocacy work.
Qualifications
College seniors and graduate students pursuing a degree in public policy, communications, public relations, public health, journalism or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Experience in public policy and/or an interest in non-profit and health care communications is strongly preferred.
Must be familiar with software including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with Meltwater/Cision, Canva and organizational social media platforms preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, including professional interaction with colleagues.
Required Equipment: Reliable Wi-Fi Connection.
Ability/willingness to travel locally; have a means of reliable transportation.
Minimum availability of 20 hrs./wk., M-F between the hours of 8:30 am-5 pm.
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 & BenefitsThe job application window is expected to close: November 8, 2024.
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 a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow.
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?
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. We're committed to ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared impact across a diverse set of backgrounds.
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
#J-18808-Ljbffr