Intern, Advocacy Communications - Washington D.C.

American Heart Association

Mar 8, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Starts on May 19
Off-cycle Internship
Marketing
Washington, DC

Requirements

College juniors, seniors and graduate students pursuing a degree in public policy, communications, public relations, health communications, journalism or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Experience in public policy and/or an interest in non-profit and healthcare communications is strongly preferred.
Intermediate skills in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with Meltwater/Cision or other media monitoring programs preferred.
Basic Canva skills.
Proficient in multiple social media platforms.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, including professional interaction with colleagues.
Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection
Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, M-F between the hours of 8:30am-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.

Responsibilities

Support content development and/or project management for a long-term issue advocacy campaign (access to care, nutrition, maternal health or tobacco.
Inform our youth-oriented efforts on issues, including the tobacco endgame.
Assist with proofreading materials (news releases, info sheets, fast facts, etc.)
Research reporters, facts, figures, arguments, and allies in support of our advocacy priorities.
Monitor and research media coverage of our priority issues, including recommending and developing social media content for sharing.
Assist with drafting web and social media content about our advocacy work.

American Heart Association

To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.

Science & Healthcare

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1924

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our mission : To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. As the nation's oldest and largest voluntary health organization. Our purpose is to help Americans live heart healthy and prevent America's No. 1 and No. 5 killers, heart disease and stroke. We are advocates of good health and promoters of positive behaviors, nutritious eating habits and healthy lifestyles. We also fund cutting-edge research and professional education programs. We promise to have an extraordinary impact on your life by empowering you and your loved ones to save lives, live healthier and enjoy more peace of mind about cardiovascular health. 2024 Impact 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.