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Location

Eagan, MN | United States

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Job description

Now is the time to join us and make a difference. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.   Here at the American Heart Association, you matter and so does your career.

The American Heart Association’s Internship Program provides college students with an opportunity for hands-on experience in various facets of, volunteer management, community outreach, event planning, and implementation. It will offer experience in the use of current business and development technologies, including the use of computer and software applications. Our internships offer the opportunity to gain professional experience with a national non-profit organization, further develop communication and presentation skills, and experience skills in team collaboration and customer service

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 our company culture, our way of life, reflecting our diversity and inclusion, our focus on work-life harmonization, and our Guiding Values. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued™ at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , X (Formerly Twitter) , and at heart.org.

Internship Overview:

• Time Commitment: 25 hours per week
• Internship Duration: 5/20/24-8/9/24
• Hybrid position-Remote Monday & Wednesday at Eagan, MN office work. Must live in the Eagan, MN area
• Salary is $23 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.
• Gain experience in the professional world while learning about board management.
• 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.

Tasks could include things like the following:

• Working with and recruiting volunteers for event activities.
• Assistance with pre-event planning, day of execution, and event wrap-up projects related to any of the events listed above.

• Helping with follow-up calls and getting in touch with prospects.
• Assisting administrative staff with tasks such as printing, collating, thank you cards, etc.
• Creation and implementation of volunteer materials.

• Candidates who are juniors, seniors, or graduate students pursuing a degree in business with an interest in non-profit organizations.
• Effective oral, written, and presentation interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work professionally with colleagues and professional volunteers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment handling multiple priorities involving multiple entities.
• Meeting management and event management including set up, outlook invitations, copies, catering, logistics, and meeting minutes.
• Knowledge of business letter writing format, style, and protocol.
• Intermediate use of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
• Basic knowledge of Canva is a plus.
• Reliable Wi-Fi Connection
• Minimum availability of 20 hrs./wk., Monday-Friday.
• 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.

The job application window is expected to close April 12, 2024.

 

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 a diverse and inclusive 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. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.

 

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 2024 Goal: Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.

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. We're committed to ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared impact across a diverse set of backgrounds.

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