The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Nashville communications director is seeking an intern for the Fall 2018 semester. This internship is a great learning experience for students looking for employment in public relations, marketing or community relations.

About the American Heart Association

Founded in 1924, the American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. To help prevent, treat and defeat these diseases, we fund cutting-edge research, conduct lifesaving public and professional educational programs, and advocate to protect public health.

Description of primary duties

* Create promotional materials for local events

* Coordinate resources for local events

* Attend events and assist the communications director with social media duties

* Attend interviews at local media outlets

* Local media outlet research

* Copy writing

* Help manage market Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages

* Run nearby errands (stores and media outlets) to drop off and pick up communications materials

* Create colorful ROI documents to present to media sponsors

* Input media impressions into Excel spreadsheet

Qualifications

* Strong writer

* Social media savvy

* Proficient in Microsoft Office

* Outgoing, hardworking, punctual

Please email resumes to Kristin Palmer: Kristin.Palmer@Heart.org