Intern, Brain Health-Remote

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 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 intern would support American Heart Association's brain health strategies. This would include helping gather, organize, and summarize scientific literature on the relationship between cardio- and cerebro-vascular health and brain health - spanning from biological connections to common risk factors, including physical activity, diet and sleep. Building on understanding gained, the student would contribute to the development, evaluation, and communication of programs aimed at improving brain and heart health.

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.

• Time Commitment: 20-25 hours per week
• Internship Duration:  6/1/26-8/21/2626​
• Location: Remote
• Salary: $23.00 per hour

Individuals participating in the internship program are provided with an opportunity to:

• Gain important and practical job skills to be successful in a non-profit environment.
• Opportunity to explore a career-path with a reputable voluntary health/service organization.
• Complete an internship that enriches your academic and professional resume as well as enriching your personal life by making a difference in the lives of others.

• →Support the American Heart Association’s brain health strategy by gathering, organizing, and summarizing scientific literature on the relationships between cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, and brain health.
• →Conduct research spanning biological mechanisms and shared risk factors, including physical activity, diet, sleep, and other lifestyle determinants of health.
• →Contribute to the development, evaluation, and refinement of programs designed to improve heart and brain health outcomes.
• →Assist in translating scientific findings into clear, actionable communication materials for internal and external audiences.
• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance initiatives that promote brain health and evidence-based practice.

• Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in public health, health science, neuroscience, epidemiology, health administration, or a related field preferred.
• Strong interest in the intersection of cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, and brain health, including prevention and population health approaches.
• Experience or coursework in scientific literature review, research methods, or evidence synthesis preferred.
• Knowledge of or interest in lifestyle and behavioral health factors such as physical activity, nutrition, sleep, and their impact on health outcomes.
• Ability to interpret and translate complex scientific or clinical information into clear, actionable communication for multiple audiences.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail when managing research materials and data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience organizing or summarizing data across sources preferred.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Self-starter who can manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Ability to work professionally in a corporate or nonprofit setting and contribute to projects from initiation through completion.
• Required Equipment: Reliable Wi-Fi connection.
• Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, M-F between the hours of 9am-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.

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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.

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