Intern, Development & Community Events-Greater Phoenix area

American Heart Association, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Access to Heart U online university

Job summary

American Heart Association, Inc. is seeking an intern for their Development and Operations Teams in Tempe, Arizona. This role involves assisting with fundraising events and gaining valuable experience in a non-profit environment.

Intern candidates should be seniors or graduate students interested in business, communications, or public relations. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $23, flexible hours, and valuable skills development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience/interest in promotion, sales, or fundraising.
• Demonstrated excellence in written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing pre-event logistics and on-site event management for fundraising events.
• Conduct outreach for donor and volunteer engagement.
• Support hands-only CPR demonstrations.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

MS Office proficiency

Fundraising interest

Vendor outreach comfort

Education

Senior or graduate student in business, communications, public relations, non-profit management, or event management

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Canva

Job description

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 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.

We have an exciting opportunity for an intern on our Development and Operations Teams. As an intern supporting our fundraising events, you will play a key role in driving the success of these impactful campaigns. Your responsibilities will include a variety of tasks that contribute to the planning, execution, and follow‑up of these life‑saving initiatives.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work‑life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. You will have access to Heart U, our award‑winning corporate university, as well as training and support locally and through our National Center.

Internship Overview

• Time Commitment: 20-25 hours per week
• Internship Duration: 9/8/26-12/11/26
• Location: Intern must be based in the Greater Phoenix area
• Salary: $23.00 per hour

Internship Outcomes

• 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 your personal life by making a difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, coordinating, and executing pre‑event logistics, and on‑site event management for multiple community events.
• Conduct external visits, calls, and emails to help with recruitment, engagement, management, and stewardship of current and prospective donors and volunteers.
• Conduct pre‑event outreach to attendees and conduct follow‑up calls to guests and participants.
• Assist with sponsor presentation preparation and gathering materials for sponsor follow‑up after meetings, helping to maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Assist with pulling reports, data entry, and organizing event‑related information to track progress and outcomes.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as preparing printed materials, assembling thank‑you cards, and organizing event supplies.
• Conduct prospect research to generate new leads and compile information for fundraising campaigns.
• Support hands‑only CPR demonstrations.

Qualifications

• Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in business, communications, public relations, non‑profit management, or event management.
• Experience/interest in promotion, sales, or fundraising.
• Experience with public speaking and engaging with the community in group settings and one‑on‑one.
• Must be comfortable with vendor outreach (phone calls & emails to vendors & donors).
• Demonstrated excellence in written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in effective one‑on‑one and group communications and comfort with working professionally with all levels of community leaders, volunteers, and staff.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities involving multiple entities.
• Intermediate to excellent proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of Canva.
• Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection and reliable transportation.
• 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.

Compensation & Benefits

The job application window is expected to close: July 17, 2026.

• Compensation and Performance – Competitive compensation, ongoing professional development and training, and an environment in which to work and grow.
• Professional Development – Access to Heart U, our national online university, and opportunities for mentorship.
• Healthcare Benefits – Participation in Teladoc General Medical and Behavioral Health programs, plus access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost.

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