Intern, Social Media Marketing, Digital & Social: Remote Within the Eastern States Region

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much 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.

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.

In this role, the intern has opportunities to learn hands‑on how the Social Media Marketing team promotes the Association’s campaigns, research, programs, and cause initiatives through digital platforms to achieve heart health for all. The internship will provide an opportunity to collaborate with teams across the Eastern States Region and throughout the American Heart Association.

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.

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Internship Overview:

• Time Commitment: 20-25 hours per week with Tuesday availability

• Internship Duration: 1/25/27 – 5/7/27

• Remote (Within the Eastern States Region)

• 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

• Work with the digital team to craft and execute social media posts for Facebook, X and Instagram.

• Monitor results of social media content on key platforms and provide analysis of findings.

• Source new content ideas and monitor trends on social platforms.

• Conduct an analysis of what other organizations and brands are doing on social media and present findings to the digital team.

• Learn brand standards and ensure content aligns with the goals and mission of the organization.

Qualifications

• Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a business degree in visual communications, communications, social media, or marketing.
• Knowledge and experience with social media platforms, including Facebook, X and Instagram.
• Knowledge and experience with social media scheduling tools, such as Sprout Social or similar.
• Basic video, graphic design and writing skills. Canva or similar experience preferred.
• Experience with social media monitoring, reporting and analysis.
• Ability to deal professionally in a corporate or non‑profit environment and assume responsibility for guiding projects and programs from inception through completion.
• Effective oral, written and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection.
• Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, M-F between the hours of 8:30am-5pm EST.
• 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: October 16, 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.

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

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.