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.
Students will enhance their existing skill set by learning strategies to improve health care within local communities by conducting health education workshops, developing, and implementing outreach strategies that can be utilized to prevent or manage cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and stroke.
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 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.
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Internship Overview:
Internship Outcomes:
Individuals participating in the internship program are provided with an opportunity to
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Gain important and practical job skills to be successful in a non-profit environment.
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Opportunity to explore a career-path with a reputable voluntary health/service organization.
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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
Conduct Rural "Mini" Needs Assessments
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Perform needs assessments in selected rural areas/counties (number to be determined.
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Conduct background research to understand community demographics, resources, and gaps.
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Engage in outreach-including cold calling-to schedule and conduct interviews and/or surveys with community stakeholders, potential partners, and prospective funding recipients.
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Document potential partner opportunities, cold storage and AED needs, and other community support gaps using structured tools.
Customize Tools and Synthesize Findings
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Tailor assessment tools such as surveys, questionnaires, and interview guides for various audiences.
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Compile and synthesize assessment data into clear needs summaries, impact narratives, and supporting documents.
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Develop basic project budgets and documentation to inform and strengthen future funding proposals.
Explore Clinic Re-Engagement Strategy
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Compile a list of inactive clinics and help design a small outreach strategy to re-engage them.
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Support local staff by organizing communication that aligns with existing workflows and minimizes confusion with temporary contacts.
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Coordinate with internal team members to define project scope based on intern skills and organizational needs.
Other Duties as Assigned
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Provide additional support to Community Impact team projects as needs arise.
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Assist with special initiatives, administrative tasks, meeting preparation, or data collection activities that contribute to regional rural health strategies.
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Assist with simple, lower-lift policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) improvements in rural communities.
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Potential project areas may include CPR policies, Community Emergency Response Plans (CERPs), Healthy Pantry policies, and similar initiatives.
Qualifications
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Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in public health.
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Demonstrated ability to research health topics and translate findings into actionable guidance.
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Strong self starter with the ability to work independently in a fully remote role.
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Ability to synthesize information into clear summaries, narratives, and basic reports.
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Demonstrated excellence in written communication skills, including writing on health topics for promotional or educational outcomes.
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Demonstrated skills in effective one-on-one and group communications and comfort with working with all levels of community leaders, volunteers, and staff.
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Ability to deal professionally in a corporate or non-profit environment and assume responsibility for guiding projects and programs from inception through completion.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities involving multiple entities.
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Intermediate to excellent proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and Canva.
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Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, M-F between the hours of 8:30am-5pm.
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Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection Reliable Transportation
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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
The job application window is expected to close: February 27, 2026.
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
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.
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Default: Location : Location US-FL-St. Petersburg
Posted Date 2 days ago (2/24/2026 1:56 PM)
Requisition ID 2026-17160
Job Category Administrative Support
Position Type Part Time
