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American Lung Association · 1 month ago

Development Intern - Spring 2026

United States

Internship

Remote

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

The American Lung Association is dedicated to saving lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. They are seeking a Development Intern to assist with marketing and social media campaigns and support event planning activities within the Development team.

AssociationHealth CareNon Profit

Responsibilities

Gain a basic understanding of the American Lung Association

Become knowledgeable of mission, development, and communications efforts

Gain technical training by utilizing all social media platforms in a business model

Participate in staff meetings and learning opportunities

Assist with event support to gain exposure to specific event terminology, understanding of planning and execution of large-scale events, and recruitment/stewardship of event participants for: Clean Air Challenge (May 9th 2026)

Learn more about Non-Profit structure, including mission, development, and communications efforts

Learn about team building and collaborating with staff

Learn how to develop communications for various special events and office activities

Learn to cultivate relationships

Learn how to communicate in a professional office setting

Qualification

Non-Profit ManagementMarketingPublic RelationsCommunicationsComputer ProficiencyWriting SkillsAttention to DetailMultitaskingTeam Collaboration

Required

Must be working towards a bachelor's degree in Non-Profit Management, Marketing, Communications, Public Health, Public Relations, Hospitality, or related field

Must be eligible to receive college credit for internship

Qualified candidates must be enthusiastic, reliable, and interested in developing a career in nonprofit management, communications, public relations, or similar field

Qualified candidates should possess strong writing skills, attention to detail, and have a keen interest in the mission of the American Lung Association

Ability to multitask, perform in a team environment, and a demonstrated willingness to learn

Ability to work independently

Computer Proficiency – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher

Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. (supplies)

Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association maintains a smoke-free workplace; all unpaid interns and volunteers must abstain from tobacco use in any form