Intern, Health Promotions

American Lung Association • Remote, US,

4d • Remote

About The Position

The American Lung Association is seeking an unpaid Health Promotions intern to work alongside its Health Promotions Team. The intern will assist with program planning, outreach, and health education activities, with an emphasis on supporting the Better Breathers Club program for adults living with chronic lung disease and their caregivers. The intern will also help develop public-facing educational content related to chronic lung disease.

The internship requires a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week on a flexible schedule. It is intended for the Winter/Spring 2027 academic term and may be completed in Spring/Summer 2027. The position is remote. The intern must be eligible to receive college credit or fulfill a graduation requirement, and documentation from an accredited college or university confirming eligibility must be provided before the unpaid internship begins.

The intern will gain experience with nonprofit operations, health promotion program delivery, outreach, communications, constituent record management, collaboration, and lung health education. Interns are required to abstain from tobacco use in any form and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a medical or religious exemption. The American Lung Association is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment as described in its policy.

Requirements

• Be working toward a master's degree in Non-Profit Management, Public Health, Health Education, Social Work, Communications, or a related field.
• Be eligible to receive college credit for the internship or fulfill a graduation requirement, and provide documentation from an accredited college or university before the unpaid internship begins.
• Be enthusiastic, reliable, and interested in developing a career in public health.
• Have strong writing skills, attention to detail, and a keen interest in the American Lung Association's mission.
• Be able to multitask, work in a team environment, and demonstrate a willingness to learn.
• Be able to work independently.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Be able to lift and carry 25 pounds of supplies.
• Abstain from tobacco use in any form.
• Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a medical or religious exemption.
• Commit to at least 10 hours per week on a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Build a basic understanding of the American Lung Association, including its mission, development, and communications efforts.
• Participate in staff meetings and learning opportunities and work across a multidisciplinary team.
• Complete lung health education and program training curricula using the internal learning management system.
• Work with local and national teams to help ensure Better Breathers Clubs and trained facilitators meet current American Lung Association guidelines.
• Assist with promotion and marketing efforts for the Better Breathers Club.
• Help compile, verify, and update Better Breathers Club program records and contact information, including attending and observing Clubs if possible.
• Brainstorm and contribute ideas for partnership development and program promotion outreach.
• Develop one or more creative ideas for public-facing lung health educational content.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern