Development Intern - Fall 2026

Development Intern

The American Lung Association has an excellent opportunity for a Development Intern in Tampa, FL. Working alongside members of the Development Team, the intern will join an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to our mission: to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease, through research, education, and advocacy.

The intern will assist the American Lung Association Development staff to execute fundraising and special event activities to gain experience in the field of Development.

This is an unpaid internship position requiring a minimum time commitment of 14 hours per week (flexible schedule) and must be eligible for course credit or fulfill a graduation requirement. This position is for Fall 2026 and must be completed by December 4, 2026.

This position will be a hybrid of in-person and virtual work.

This is a great opportunity for the intern to enhance their skills in organization, multi-tasking and communications. The intern can expect to develop confidence and marketable skills by engaging in or assisting with many of the following activities:

• Gain a basic understanding of the American Lung Association
  • Become knowledgeable of mission, development, and communications efforts.
  • Gain technical training by utilizing multiple online databases and CRMs.
  • Participate in staff meetings and learning opportunities.
• Development
  • Developing and distributing press releases
  • Grassroots marketing for cause campaigns and special fundraising events
  • Team and volunteer recruitment for special events
  • Some event logistics for two major fundraising events
  • Corporate development through sponsorships, underwriting, and in-kind solicitation
  • Individual donor development campaigns
  • Support for all aspects of office special events including the Gulf Coast Bike Trek, Fight For Air Climb, and various wrapround events.

Learning outcomes

• Gain a basic understanding of database and CRM platforms.
• Learn more about Non-Profit structure, including mission, development, and communications efforts.
• Learn about team building and collaborating with staff.
• Learn how to develop communications for various special events and office activities
• Learn to cultivate relationships.
• Learn how to communicate in a professional office setting.

Qualifications

• Must be working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Non-Profit Management, Public Health, or related field
• Qualified candidates must be enthusiastic, reliable, and interested in developing a career in development or non-profit management
• Qualified candidates should possess strong writing skills, attention to detail, and have a keen interest in the mission of the American Lung Association
• Ability to multitask, perform in a team environment, and a demonstrated willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently
• Computer Proficiency – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
• Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. (supplies)
• Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association maintains a smoke-free workplace; all unpaid interns and volunteers must abstain from tobacco use in any form

Required documentation: Before unpaid internship begins, documentation from an accredited college or university will be required stating that this internship opportunity is eligible for course credit or fulfills an internship graduation requirement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The American Lung Association is committed to employ, in its best judgment, the most suitable candidates for approved positions while engaging in recruitment and selection practices that are in compliance with all applicable employment laws. We are an equal opportunity employer: women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Policy Statement

It is the policy of the American Lung Association to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or physical and/or mental disabilities, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. The American Lung Association will take affirmative action to employ, advance in employment and otherwise treat all individuals in the foregoing categories without discrimination in all employment practices. This policy applies in all Human Resources actions including recruitment, selection, evaluation, promotion, compensation and training.