Summer 2026 Intern - Event Planner (Southern California)

St. Jude ALSAC • Los Angeles, CA

37d • Hybrid

About The Position

At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference. We like people who are different…because we're different, too. As one of the world's most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it's like to stand out. That's why we're looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children. Join the team behind one of the most trusted nonprofit brands in the world! ALSAC is the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and we're looking for passionate college students to join us this summer. Our paid summer internship program is your chance to gain hands-on experience while supporting a powerful mission: Finding cures. Saving children. Why You'll Love It: Impactful Projects - Work on initiatives that truly make a difference. Mentorship & Collaboration - Learn from teammates and leaders across departments. Exclusive Leadership Chats - Connect with ALSAC's Executive Leadership Team. Intern Innovation Project - Apply design thinking, collaborate with peers, and present to top executives. Over 10 weeks, you'll be immersed in ALSAC's culture and build skills that set you apart. Our program is recognized as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the U.S. by WayUp and Yello-designed to be impactful, collaborative, and inspiring. Internship Details: Dates: June 1 - August 7, 2026 Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Monday-Friday) Pay: $17.48 hour Work Location: This is a hybrid position where candidate can choose to report into the office in Santa Ana or Los Angeles. Santa Ana: 201 E. Sandpointe Ave. Suite 300, Santa Ana, CA 92707 LA Office: 3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd, Suite 840, Los Angeles, CA 90037 Application Process: After you submit your application and if eligible, you will be sent an email to complete a virtual video interview from HireVue. Your submission will be reviewed and if you are selected to move forward, you will be contacted for an interview with the hiring manager. Final candidates will be selected by April 1, 2026. For more information, visit stjude.org/alsacintern or contact [email protected]. Internship Focus: Make an Impact with ALSAC/St. Jude Join a dynamic team that's passionate about building relationships and creating unforgettable experiences to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Our team includes: Philanthropic Advisors working on major gifts, planned giving, and bequests. Development Specialist and Advisors driving donor engagement through exciting events like Radio campaigns, Dream Home Giveaways, Walk/Runs, Galas, Promotions, and Collegiate outreach. We focus on high-impact partnerships, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and outreach to Asian American and Chicano/Latino/Hispanic communities.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college/university or May 2026 graduate
• Passionate about our mission
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Nice To Haves

• Majors preferred: Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, Communications, and any other related major
• Skills preferred: Social Media, Microsoft Suite, Marketing

Responsibilities

• Create & Manage Social Media Content - Help shape our local Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn presence.
• Boost Engagement - Assist with strategies to grow our online community.
• Event Support - Get hands-on experience with logistics for major fundraising events, including:
• Dream Home Giveaway
• SoCal Walk/Run - September 2026
• Invest in Hope Dinner - September 2026
• Hope for the Children Dinner - September 2026
• Team Recruitment & Cultivation - Help recruit and engage partners for our St. Jude Walk campaign.
• Collaborate Closely - Work alongside Event leads to achieving campaign goals.

Benefits

• Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
• 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees