Intern, Community Health-Harrisburg & Surrounding Counties

American Heart Association

3mo ago

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Placement Program
Healthcare
Education & Teaching
Harrisburg

Requirements

Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in public health or related degree.
Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to work professionally with colleagues and professional volunteers.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities involving multiple entities.
Intermediate use of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Canva, and PowerPoint.
Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection and reliable Transportation.
Minimum availability of 20 hrs/week, Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30am-5pm, with additional weekday evening events, and some weekend events.
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.

Responsibilities

Assist Community Impact staff implementing health equity priority programs, American Heart Association events, Healthy for Life lessons, Hands-Only CPR training, Heart Healthy Presentations, clinical programs outreach, and health fairs/community outreach events.
Participate in coalition/task force meetings virtually and/or in-person.
Interns will support policy, systems and environmental change work in the South Central Pennsylvania Market.
Health fair attendance - distributing material and one on one education.
Hands-Only CPR demonstrations and community education – use manikins to teach people how to properly perform hands-only CPR (chest compressions).
Health-related presentations - small to large groups as they gain experience using the American Heart Association’s EmPOWERED to Serve presentations, Healthy for Life, or Life’s Essential 8.
Special event support - participating in events and socials (i.e., Heart Ball, Go Red for Women, or Heart Walk).
Sponsorship Activations – assist with sponsorship activations locally, such as calling or emailing potential partners for things like CPR kit placements, teaching Healthy for Life lessons, etc.
Resource inventory – prepping items for events, organizing, etc.
Customer response – returning voicemails, responding to requests, help schedule the Association’s staff for events/presentations, etc.

FAQs

What is the time commitment for this internship?

The internship requires a commitment of 20-25 hours per week.

What are the dates for the internship program?

The internship will run from January 21, 2025, to May 2, 2025.

Is this a fully remote position?

No, this is a hybrid position, and the intern must be based in one of the specified counties in Pennsylvania.

What counties are eligible for this internship?

Eligible counties include York, Dauphin, Cumberland, Adams, Franklin, Fulton, Perry, Lancaster, and Lebanon.

What is the hourly wage for the internship?

The hourly wage for the internship is $23.00 per hour.

Who can apply for this internship?

Candidates must be seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in public health or a related field.

What skills are required for applicants?

Applicants should have effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills, the ability to work professionally with colleagues and volunteers, and intermediate proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Canva, and PowerPoint.

Are there any specific equipment requirements for the internship?

Yes, interns are required to have a reliable WiFi connection and reliable transportation.

What is the minimum availability for interns?

Interns must be available for at least 20 hours per week, typically between Monday and Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, with some additional weekday evening and weekend events.

Is there an application deadline for this internship?

Yes, the application window is expected to close on November 8, 2024.

American Heart Association

To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.

Science & Healthcare

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1924

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our mission : To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. As the nation's oldest and largest voluntary health organization. Our purpose is to help Americans live heart healthy and prevent America's No. 1 and No. 5 killers, heart disease and stroke. We are advocates of good health and promoters of positive behaviors, nutritious eating habits and healthy lifestyles. We also fund cutting-edge research and professional education programs. We promise to have an extraordinary impact on your life by empowering you and your loved ones to save lives, live healthier and enjoy more peace of mind about cardiovascular health. 2024 Impact Goal: Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.