Intern, Field Advocacy-Jackson, Mississippi

American Heart Association • Jackson, MS

8d • $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

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 internship will focus on the work and activities associated with the Association’s state advocacy efforts to expand access to care in Mississippi.
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 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.

Requirements

• Advanced undergraduate or graduate course work in political science, public policy, public relations, history, sociology, communications, journalism, public health, health sciences and related fields.
• Ability to travel 20-25% of the time (instate).
• Ability to deal professionally in a corporate or non-profit environment and assume responsibility for guiding projects and programs from inception through completion.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities.
• Intermediate to excellent proficiency with software including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Required Equipment: Reliable Wi-Fi connection and reliable transporation.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in advancing public policy, grassroots organizing, and media advocacy strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compile research and data analysis
• Prepare fact sheets, infographics, slide decks and other collateral materials used to support the policy campaign
• Exhibit at community events
• Assist with efforts to recruit, train and engage grassroots advocates
• Assist with social media graphics and messaging
• Schedule and participate in meetings with state and local lawmakers
• Develop and deliver formal presentations
• Participate in coalition meetings

Benefits

• The American Heart Association invests in its people.
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• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed