Intern, Marketing Communications

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Position Title: Intern, Marketing Communications
Location: Little Rock, Remote
Country: United States
Deadline Date: April 4, 2025

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) was founded in 1924 and has since made significant strides in reducing cardiovascular disease deaths by half. The organization is dedicated to addressing major health challenges and is committed to ensuring a healthier future for all. With a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, the AHA operates across various regions, engaging passionate individuals to join their movement. The organization emphasizes diversity and inclusion, work-life harmonization, and offers numerous resources for professional development and support.

Job Overview:
The internship program at the American Heart Association provides college students with hands-on experience in a non-profit health organization. This specific internship with the SouthWest Marketing Communications Team focuses on real-world applications of strategies and initiatives aimed at communicating the AHA's mission to various stakeholders, including the media, partners, and volunteers. Interns will collaborate with different teams within the Marketing and Communications department, gaining valuable insights into the workings of a large voluntary health organization. The internship is designed to help participants develop important job skills, explore career paths, and enhance their academic and professional resumes while making a positive impact on the community.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will assist in developing news releases and press materials, draft various marketing communications materials to promote campaigns and events, and collaborate with the marketing communications team on planning and executing marketing strategies. Responsibilities also include providing ideas for strategic marketing and public relations, researching potential media collaborators, supporting the team in campaign reports, and managing social media accounts for regional AHA platforms. This role requires a proactive approach to communication and collaboration, ensuring that the AHA's mission is effectively conveyed to the public.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in journalism, communications, public relations, or marketing. Proficiency in AP style writing and experience with social media management are essential. Interns should demonstrate effective communication skills, both one-on-one and in group settings, and be comfortable working with community leaders, volunteers, and staff. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is crucial, along with intermediate to excellent proficiency in MS Office applications and Canva. A reliable Wi-Fi connection is required, and candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to be pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as journalism, communications, public relations, or marketing. This educational background is essential for understanding the principles of effective communication and marketing strategies that will be applied during the internship.

Experience:
Candidates should have some experience in social media management and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both individual and group settings. While specific prior internship experience is not mandatory, familiarity with non-profit environments and marketing communications will be beneficial.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, as effective communication is key to the role. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This internship is part-time, requiring a commitment of 20 hours per week, with a duration from May 19, 2025, to August 22, 202

• The position is remote, allowing interns to work from anywhere within the Southwest Region (OK, AR, TX, NM, CO, WY). The compensation for this internship is $23.00 per hour. The AHA offers various benefits, including access to professional development resources, healthcare benefits, and opportunities for mentorship. The application deadline is April 4, 2025, and candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to secure their opportunity.