Intern, Patient Engagement & Support-Remote

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the caregiver support strategy by contributing to planning, coordination, and tracking of key initiatives in partnership with internal teams
• Aid in the planning and execution of the Heart Connection experience at Scientific Sessions, including the development of programming and materials and stakeholder coordination
• Facilitate collaboration between the patient team and marketing and communications team to identify, shape, and elevate compelling patient and caregiver stories—aligning lived experiences with late-breaking research and broader Heart Association’s storytelling and engagement efforts
• Support content development and/or project management for patient and caregiver insights gathering at Scientific Sessions, helping to capture meaningful narratives and translate insights into actionable outputs
• Organize and track program metrics, deliverables, and timelines ensuring alignment and transparency across collaborating teams
• Create presentations, reports, and internal resources to support program planning and communication
• Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and project updates
• Handle sensitive information with professionalism and maintain confidentiality

Qualifications

• Current college senior or graduate student, preferably in public health, healthcare administration, social sciences, marketing, communications, or a related field
• Interest in patient advocacy, caregiver support, marketing/communications, and public health engagement strategies
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with virtual collaboration tools preferred