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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.

The Professional Education/Lifelong Learning team is looking for a part-time Intern interested in gaining administrative and technical support services experience for professional education program development.  The selected candidate assist the team with administrative support, reporting on educational initiatives, timeline tracking and overall program development tasks. 

Individuals will obtain practical experience and receive hands-on training with projects. In this position, you will work closely with the Lifelong Learning team to support the development of educational program initiatives and special projects. 

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.

#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs. 

Internship Overview:

  • Time Commitment: 20-25 hours per week
  • Internship Duration: 1/26/26-5/1/26
  • Location: Remote
  • Salary: $23.00 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.
  • 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

Work alongside Lifelong Learning team members to gain knowledge of and contribute towards the creation of professional education programs. Specific responsibilities would include:

  • Updating project timelines and other project tracking documentation.
  • Supporting team members with internal processes (e.g., marketing tickets, web tickets.)
  • Supporting the Accreditation Team learning about accreditation in continuing medical education. 
  • Documentation management and exposure to continuing medical education content for the healthcare team.  
  • Assisting in program documentation, engagement in education activities and auditing of activities.

Qualifications

  • College seniors and graduate students pursuing a degree in adult learning education, health studies (programing)-program evaluation ….How to plan and present a program, presenting to an audience, someone with training would be the right person, looking to impact with content
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities and strong attention to detail and follow through.
  • Strong customer service and organizational skills.
  • Experience working with databases and electronic reporting tools.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint preferred.
  • Required Equipment: Reliable Wi-Fi connection
  • Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, M-F between the hours of 9am-5pm.
  • 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: November 21, 2025.

 

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 an 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.  Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
  • 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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In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

 

EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities

 

 

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