Intern - Development, Community Events

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Position Title: Intern - Development, Community Events
Location: Cleveland, Toledo
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 fighting heart disease and stroke, and it operates in various capacities across the United States. AHA is a voluntary health organization that focuses on improving cardiovascular health and reducing mortality rates associated with heart diseases. The organization is known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and it emphasizes the importance of work-life harmonization for its employees. AHA has a robust corporate culture that promotes professional development and offers numerous resources to support its workforce.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position is part of the Development Team at the American Heart Association, specifically focusing on events such as STEM Goes Red and the Heart Ball, as well as the Nation of Lifesavers campaign. Interns will engage in various tasks that are crucial for the planning, execution, and follow-up of these impactful community events. This role is designed for college students who are looking to gain hands-on experience in a non-profit environment, particularly in areas related to event management, communications, and community outreach. Interns will also have the opportunity to collaborate with the communications team to create social media content and develop communication strategies that promote the AHA's mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for assisting with event planning and support, which includes coordinating logistics for multiple community events, managing on-site event activities, and conducting outreach to engage participants. They will also assist in preparing materials for sponsor presentations and maintaining relationships with sponsors. Data management is another key responsibility, where the intern will help with data entry, report generation, and organizing event-related information. Administrative tasks such as preparing printed materials, assembling thank-you cards, and organizing supplies will also be part of the role. Additionally, the intern will support Hands-Only CPR events and assist in creating and posting content for blogs and social media, as well as writing press releases to promote local events.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should preferably be seniors or graduate students pursuing degrees in business, communications, public relations, nonprofit fundraising, or event management. Experience or interest in promotion, sales, or fundraising is highly desirable. Proficiency in various social media platforms is required, along with demonstrated excellence in written communication skills. Candidates should possess effective oral and presentation communication skills and be comfortable working with community leaders, volunteers, and staff. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is essential, as is proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Basic knowledge of Canva is also required. A reliable WiFi connection and transportation are necessary for this role.

Educational Background:
The ideal educational background for this internship includes a focus on business, communications, public relations, nonprofit fundraising, or event management. Candidates should be in their senior year of college or pursuing a graduate degree in one of these fields to be considered for the position.

Experience:
The internship is designed for candidates who have some experience or a strong interest in event planning, fundraising, or communications. While prior experience in a non-profit environment is beneficial, it is not strictly required. The emphasis is on candidates who are eager to learn and contribute to the AHA's mission.

Languages:
While there are no specific language requirements mentioned, proficiency in English is mandatory due to the nature of the communication tasks involved in the internship. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This internship is a part-time position requiring a commitment of 25 hours per week, with a duration from May 19, 2025, to August 22, 202

• The position is hybrid, meaning the intern must be based in Toledo, OH, or the immediate surrounding area. The compensation for this role is $23.00 per hour. Interns will have access to various professional development opportunities, including participation in Employee Resource Groups and access to HeartU, the AHA's online university. Healthcare benefits are also available, including access to Teladoc General Medical and Behavioral Health programs.