Intern, Development Operations-Toledo, OH region

Overview

Now is the time to join us and make a difference.  Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.  Here at the American Heart Association, you matter and so does your career.

 

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. 

 

This position supports the American Heart Association’s development team in Toledo, OH which consists of the Heart Walk, Go Red for Women and Heart Ball campaigns.

 

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 hours per week
• Internship Duration: 5/20/24 – 8/9/24
• Intern must be based in Toledo, OH, or the immediate surrounding area.
• 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.
• Gain experience in the professional world while learning about board management.
• 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

Responsibilities include assisting with the logistics and implementation of community events including Golf Outing, Serve Day, Leaders of Impact, and Issue Salon.

• Assist with pulling reports and data entry.
• Research company information for prospects.
• Assist with Letter of Intent and Attachment A creation/processing.
• Help to find connections to lapsed companies which will include online research.
• Working with the team on event volunteer recruitment.
• Work cohesively with vendors by supporting pre-event communications, leading the organization of vendor databases, and being their point of contact during events.
• Assist with Hands-only CPR events.
• Planning and day-of support of fundraising events (gather materials, assist with set up, and provide support and assistance during the event)
• Assist Development Directors in gathering requested materials from companies as follow-up for company meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Development.

Qualifications

• Basic experience with graphic design and web development programs.
• Experience/interest in promotion, sales, or fundraising.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated skills in effective one-on-one and group communications and comfort with working with all levels of community leaders, volunteers, and staff.
• Ability to deal professionally in a corporate or non-profit environment and assume responsibility for guiding projects and programs from inception through completion.
• Effective oral, written and presentation communication skills.
• 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
• Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection & 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 salary for this position is $23 per hour. The job application window is expected to close April 12, 2024.

 

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