About the role#
This internship offers hands-on experience within the Development Team at the American Heart Association. You will support fundraising initiatives such as Heart Walk, Go Red for Women, and Heart of Houston. This role provides exposure to campaign management, donor stewardship, and community engagement in a non-profit environment.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the planning and implementation of fundraising campaigns and volunteer activities.
- Conduct prospect research to identify potential corporate and community partners.
- Manage data entry and report generation using Salesforce and Tableau.
- Prepare campaign collateral, meeting materials, and presentations.
- Provide administrative support for volunteer committees, including scheduling and follow-up.
- Communicate with volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.
- Create and update marketing materials, including print, TV, and social media content.
- Support special events through pre-event preparation and post-event follow-up.
What you'll need#
- Current status as a senior or graduate student in business, communications, public relations, nonprofit management, or event management.
- Interest or experience in promotion, sales, or fundraising.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Canva.
- Experience with multiple social media platforms.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Comfort with vendor outreach via phone and email.
- Strong communication skills for working with community leaders and staff.
- Minimum availability of 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027 to Spring 2027 (January 25, 2027, to May 7, 2027).
- Compensation: $23.00 per hour.
- Requirements: Reliable transportation and a reliable WiFi connection.
About American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a nonprofit organization focused on cardiovascular health. Founded in 1924, it functions as the oldest and largest voluntary organization in the United States dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. The group funds research, provides professional education, and advocates for policy changes. It employs over 11,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Dallas, Texas.
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