About the role#
The American Lung Association is looking for a Development Intern to join the Cleveland Development Team. This role focuses on assisting with special events marketing and fundraising activities. You will gain experience in non-profit development while supporting the mission to improve lung health and prevent lung disease. This is an unpaid internship for the Winter 2027 term, requiring 10 to 20 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Support administrative tasks for communications, including building media lists, calendars, and plans.
- Help execute marketing, event promotion, mailings, data entry, and volunteer recruitment.
- Provide creative ideas for communications and event planning.
- Assist with specific events including the Fight For Air Climb, LUNG FORCE Walk, and the Celebrity Golf Tournament.
- Collaborate with staff on fundraising and recruitment efforts.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program for Non-Profit Management, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Eligibility to receive college credit for the internship.
- Strong writing skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Willingness to learn and ability to multitask.
- Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs of supplies.
- Commitment to abstain from tobacco use in any form.
Location & details#
- Location: Independence, Ohio.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Documentation from your college or university confirming eligibility for course credit is required before starting.
About American Lung Association
The American Lung Association focuses on lung health and the prevention of lung disease. Founded in 1904, the organization conducts research, provides education, and engages in advocacy. It works to defeat lung cancer, improve air quality, and reduce the impact of lung diseases like asthma and COPD. The group is based in Chicago and maintains a staff of over 1,000 employees.
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