Intern, Marketing & Communications-Glenn Allen Virginia

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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.
This internship provides a rewarding experience with experience in a professional work environment where professional skills can be developed. Interns have the opportunity to observe, assist, and learn about the work done at AHA. They will learn hands-on field development and support signature events and campaigns including projects for our Fall Heart Walk and Hard Hats events, and our community impact work.
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:
* Internship Duration: 5/18/26-8/21/26
* Location: Hybrid. Office is in Glenn Allen, VA must be in Richmond, VA area
* 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
Intern will be responsible for supporting preparation and promotion for our fall campaigns
Heart Walk and Hard Hats
* Support community impact events and activities as available, like our CPR Mobile Kiosk and Blood Pressure programs with community organizations.
Collaboration
* Assist with cross-team communications and marketing projects in Health Strategies, Marketing/Communications, Youth Market, and Advocacy as needed.
Volunteer Management
* Intern will be responsible for recruiting volunteers for each of their assigned campaigns.
* Intern will assist with various volunteer management tasks.
Database Software and Applications
* Intern will learn how to navigate and perform basic functions in databases and applications, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams, Publisher, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and OneNote), Greater Giving, and Luminate.
Communications and Marketing
* Using branding guidelines, create graphics and video content for:
Event related materials
Mission related materials
Qualifications
* Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in journalism, communications, health communications, public relations, marketing or localization/translation with an interest in non-profit and health care communications.
* Intermediate proficiency in strategizing and posting on social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook.
* Comfortable with working with all levels of community leaders, volunteers, and staff
* Ability to deal professionally in a corporate or non-profit environment and assume responsibility for guiding projects and programs from inception through completion.
* 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 PowerPoint, and Canva.
* Required Equipment: Reliable Wi-Fi connection and reliable transportation.
* Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, M-F between the hours of 9am-5pm.
* 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: March 13, 2026.
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. Heart U 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 Association 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.
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Default: Location : Location US-VA-Glen Allen
Posted Date 6 hours ago (2/13/2026 10:31 AM)
Requisition ID 2026-17049
Job Category Administrative Support
Position Type Part Time