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. 

The American Heart Association’s Well-Being Works Better (WBWB) initiative is seeking a highly motivated Fall Intern to support national efforts advancing workplace health and well-being.

This role provides hands-on experience supporting multi-faceted employer-based initiatives, with a primary focus on Peer-to-Peer Learning and the Built to Thrive pilot program. The intern will contribute to program execution, operations, and knowledge development while working closely with program leadership and cross-functional teams.

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:

• Time Commitment: 20-25 hours per week
• Internship Duration:  9/8/26-12/11/2626​
• 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.

Program Operations & Coordination (Cross-Initiative)

• Support coordination and day-to-day operations across WBWB initiatives
• Maintain program trackers, timelines, and deliverables to ensure alignment across workstreams
• Assist in the development and refinement of presentations, briefing materials, and program documentation
• Conduct background research and synthesize insights related to workplace well-being, employer engagement, and health
• Support tracking and documentation of key program metrics and evaluation inputs

Peer-to-Peer Learning 

• Assist in planning and execution of peer learning sessions, including logistics, communications, and materials preparation
• Contribute to development of a structured repository of learning insights and best practices

Built to Thrive Pilot Program 

• Support coordination of pilot program activities, including employer engagement, webinars, and session logistics

Program Innovation & Knowledge Management

Explore and apply productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot or similar technologies) to enhance workflows, documentation, and program outputs

• Currently a senior or graduate student pursuing a degree in Public Health, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience supporting projects, events, or program coordination with strong organizational skills.
• Interest in workplace well-being, employer engagement, and human resources initiatives.
• Interest in data tracking, evaluation, or insights development.
• Curiosity and willingness to explore new tools and approaches to improve efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with social media platforms.
• Excellent proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Canva.
• Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection
• Minimum availability of 25 hrs/wk, M-F between the hours of 8:30am-5pm ET or CT.
• 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.

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

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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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