American Heart Association Intern, International Science - Remote
Overview:
As we celebrate our Centennial year, we invite you to join us in shaping the next century of impact. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives as we remain devoted to a future of health and hope.
The American Heart Association’s Internship Program provides college students hands-on experience in various facets for individuals interested in gaining work experience with a non-profit, voluntary health organization.
The American Heart Association has an opportunity for a Project Intern in our International Science department. International Science is responsible for representing AHA in global science forums by engaging professional member volunteers and organizing events for science exchange and professional networking.
The work of the International Science team drives integration and innovation across all the international work done by Science Operations, Mission Aligned Business, and Advocacy departments.
Internship Overview:
Time Commitment: 25 hours per week
Internship Duration: 1/21/25 – 5/2/25
Location: Remote
Salary: $23.00 per hour
Internship Outcomes:
- Gain important and practical job skills to be successful in a non-profit environment.
- Explore a career path with a reputable voluntary health/service organization.
- Supportive professional development through an open-access educational program.
- Complete an internship that enriches your academic and professional resume and makes a difference in the lives of others.
Responsibilities:
Tasks could include the following:
- Reporting to the International Director of Health Science Programs, coordinate a cross-functional staff and volunteer project team to plan the Association’s participation in global science meetings and events.
- Development and management of project objectives, timelines, and budgets; identifying project constraints and developing mitigation strategies as needed.
- Manage and coordinate American Heart Association volunteer and staff travel needs associated with meetings and events.
- Collaborate with other American Heart Association departments to ensure consistent communication of event needs.
- Communicate and manage relationships with external society stakeholders and vendors.
- Track progress and event outcomes for overall return on investment evaluation.
Qualifications:
- Seniors and graduate students pursuing a degree in marketing communications, international marketing communications, business analysis, international business, public health, international public health, or similar degree programs.
- Knowledge and experience with project management.
- Strong organizational skills and comfortable with creating and enforcing timelines with others.
- A highly motivated self-starter who creates opportunity and operates with limited management.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently and professionally in a corporate environment.
- Intermediate to excellent proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Minimum availability: 20 hrs/wk, M-F within the 8:30am-5:00pm workday.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
Application Deadline: November 8, 2024.
Compensation and Performance: Competitive compensation, ongoing professional development, and a diverse and inclusive environment.
Apply Today:
Are you ready to intern for the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases?
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.
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