Intern, Southeast Community CPR-Remote

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. 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 Community CPR internship will work with the Southeast Community CPR Business Development Manager to gain professional experience with a national non‑profit organization while assisting with regional Hands Only CPR program support. 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: 9/8/26-12/11/26 Location: Remote 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 Communicate with schools and districts to assess CPR in Schools kit needs prioritizing needs for future planning Increase the number of schools with CPR in Schools kits by placing kits in priority areas Create assessment for regional hospitals with NICUs for infant kit placement, increasing the number of NICUs providing CPR infant training Collaborate with local and regional teams on CPR kit placements to assist with activating CPR sponsorships Present educational information to large groups (20+ attendees) Maintain detailed spreadsheets and records, ensuring data accuracy for region Identify, review, and develop resources that meet community health needs such as newsletters, playbooks and other tools Communicate with external potential customers to recruit new retail sales opportunities Qualifications College seniors and graduate students pursuing a degree in public policy, communications, public relations, public health, journalism or related fields. 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, PowerPoint and Canva. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, including professional interaction with colleagues. Required Equipment: Reliable Wi-Fi connection 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 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. Application Window Application window closes July 17, 2026. Apply Today So, are you ready to intern for the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases? 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 American Heart Association