Intern, Development & Community Events-Houston, TX

American Heart Association; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Healthcare benefits

Heart U training

Job summary

The American Heart Association in Houston, TX offers a 20-25 hour/week internship on our Development Team to support Heart Walk, Go Red for Women, and Heart of Houston campaigns. You will gain hands-on fundraising, donor stewardship, and volunteer engagement experience while supporting campaign activities.

This paid internship provides $23 per hour, with access to Heart U training and professional development resources.

Qualifications

• Seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in business, communications, nonprofit management or event management are preferred.
• Experience/interest in promotion, sales, or fundraising.
• Must be comfortable with vendor outreach (phone calls & emails to vendors & donors).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated skills in effective one-on-one and group communications and comfort with working professionally with all levels of community leaders, volunteers, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the Development Team with planning and implementation of fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship, and volunteer engagement activities, including Go Red for Women, Heart Walk, and Heart of Houston.
• Conduct prospect research and compile information on potential corporate and community partners.
• Assist with data entry, report generation, and record maintenance in Salesforce, Tableau, and other fundraising systems.
• Prepare meeting materials, presentations, and campaign collateral to support fundraising initiatives.
• Provide administrative support for volunteer committees, including meeting preparation, scheduling, and follow‑up.
• Assist with outreach and communications to volunteers, sponsors, and community partners as directed by development staff.
• Assist in developing and updating marketing materials for campaigns including save the dates, invitations, volunteer rosters, and other needed collateral to assist in campaign promotion.
• Support the development of print, TV and social media content.
• Provide support for special events and campaign activities, including pre‑event preparation and post‑event follow‑up as needed.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor stewardship

Prospect research

Vendor outreach

Social media

Education

Business/Comm/Nonprofit degree

Tools

Salesforce

Tableau

Microsoft Office

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 Team. As an intern supporting fundraising initiatives including Heart Walk, Go Red for Women, Heart of Houston, and other market campaigns, you will gain hands‑on experience in fundraising, volunteer engagement, prospect research, donor stewardship, corporate partnerships, campaign management and related event support as needed. The intern will support the Development Team in advancing the American Heart Association's mission through fundraising initiatives, community engagement, and campaign activities that contribute to the success of these impactful efforts.

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: 1/25/27-5/7/27
• Location: Houston, TX Office
• 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

• Support the Development Team with planning and implementation of fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship, and volunteer engagement activities, including Go Red for Women, Heart Walk, and Heart of Houston.
• Conduct prospect research and compile information on potential corporate and community partners.
• Assist with data entry, report generation, and record maintenance in Salesforce, Tableau, and other fundraising systems.
• Prepare meeting materials, presentations, and campaign collateral to support fundraising initiatives.
• Provide administrative support for volunteer committees, including meeting preparation, scheduling, and follow‑up.
• Assist with outreach and communications to volunteers, sponsors, and community partners as directed by development staff.
• Assist in developing and updating marketing materials for campaigns including save the dates, invitations, volunteer rosters, and other needed collateral to assist in campaign promotion.
• Support the development of print, TV and social media content.
• Provide support for special events and campaign activities, including pre‑event preparation and post‑event follow‑up as needed.

Qualifications

• Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in business, communications, public relations, nonprofit management or event management are preferred.
• Experience/interest in promotion, sales, or fundraising.
• Must be comfortable with vendor outreach (phone calls & emails to vendors & donors).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated skills in effective one‑on‑one and group communications and comfort with working professionally with all levels of community leaders, volunteers, and staff.
• Proficient in multiple social media platforms.
• Intermediate to excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office and Canva.
• Required: Reliable WiFi Connection and reliable transportation.
• Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, M-F between the hours of 8:30am-4:30pm.
• 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: October 23, 2026.

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.

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.

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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