Development Intern - Spring 2026

Job Description

Job Description

The American Lung Association has an excellent opportunity for a Development Intern. Alongside members of the Development team, you will join an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to our mission : to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through research, education, and advocacy.

The intern will assist the American Lung Association Development staff to create and execute a marketing and social media campaign and support event planning activities to gain experience in the field of marketing and communications, public relations, and non-profit management.

This is an unpaid internship position requiring a minimum time commitment of 8 hours per week (flexible schedule) and must be eligible for course credit or fulfill an internship graduation requirement. This position is for Spring 2026 and must be completed by May 15, 2026.

Location : This is a remote position, and we encourage any candidate in any location in the United States to apply.

PROJECTS

This is a great opportunity for the intern to enhance their skills in organization, multi-tasking and communications. The intern can expect to develop confidence and marketable skills by engaging in or assisting with many of the following activities :

• Gain a basic understanding of the American Lung Association

Become knowledgeable of mission, development, and communications efforts.

Assist with event support to gain exposure to specific event terminology, understanding of planning and execution of large-scale events, and recruitment / stewardship of event participants for :

LEARNING OUTCOMES :

QUALIFICATIONS :

Required Documentation : Before an unpaid internship begins, documentation from an accredited college or university will be required stating that this internship opportunity is eligible for course credit or fulfills an internship graduation requirement.

Questions? For more details about this role please reach out to alahr@lung.org

The American Lung Association is dedicated to a diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V