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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Summer 2026 Intern Public Relations (Memphis, TN) at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Memphis, TN

Job Description

AtALSACyou do more than make a living; you make a difference.We like people who are differentbecause were different too. As one of the worlds most iconic and respected nonprofits we know what its like to stand out. Thats why were looking at you. Your background perspective and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer were calling on the game-changers innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude but also for you. Because at ALSAC we develop and celebrate our employees. So bring your whole authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.Job DescriptionJoin the team behind one of the most trusted nonprofit brands in the world. ALSAC is the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.Ourpaid summer internship programoffers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while supporting a powerful mission:Finding cures. Saving children.WhatYoullExperience:Over10 weeksyoullbe immersed in ALSACs culture and work alongside passionate professionals.Hereswhat you can expect:Meaningful Projectsthat make a real impactMentorship & Collaborationwith teammates and leaders across departmentsExclusive Chatswith ALSACs Executive Leadership TeamNamed one of theTop 100 Internship Programs in the U.S.byWayUpand Yello this program is designed to beimpactful collaborative and inspiring.Internship Details:Dates: June 1 August 7 2026Schedule: Full-time40 hours/week (MondayFriday)Pay: $14/hourLocation: Headquarters Office in Memphis TNApplication Process:After yousubmityour application and if eligible you will be sent an email to complete a virtual video interview fromHireVue. Your submission will be reviewed and if you are selected to move forward you will be contacted for an interview with the hiring manager. Final candidates will be selected by April 1 2026. For more information visit contact.Qualifications:Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college/university or May 2026 graduatePassionate about our missionStrong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyMust be 18 years of age or olderInternship Focus:Not everyone gets to spend their summer at a nonprofit that raises more than$2.6billiona year.Not everyone gets to raise funds and awareness to research and treat childhood cancer as part of a global movement to raise survival rates for kids everywhere.Not everyone gets access to nonstop puns and writing nerd-dom.Butyourenot everyone socome bea summer 2026Public Relations intern within the Strategic Communications departmentat ALSAC the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.Do you have the ability to work in a team environment independently andenergeticallyand a passion forPR and media relationsIf so we welcome you to apply for this role where you can flexyour writingorganizationalandcommunicationsmuscles.During your internship you will do things like:Analyze and researchreporters build target medialistsmaintainstrategic planningresourcesand write interview briefing documents day-of media plans press releases executive quotes mediaalertsand advisories.Research and write about the history and programs of ALSAC and St. Jude for our internal reference resource.Track and compile press for various events initiatives and news.Assistwith coordinating and event-day staffing for programs such as St. JudeRuns(August 1 2026)and the FedEx St. Jude Championship (August12-16 2026).Learn to calculate media impressions for print broadcast and online press hits reflected in these recapsBroaden knowledge of the function and growing role that online news sitesblogsand socialmedia play in public relationsWritestories for ALSACs intranet about organizational activitiescampaignsand programs.Write featured announcements to promote events and initiatives.Help create digital signage that will display on campusand asscreensavers for employees working remotely.As with all things in life there will be some administrative tasks.Dontworry we will help you with these items which include:Submitting internal forms to coordinate media interviews for patients and executivesFielding media and information requestsCompiling media reportsMaintain and update the organization of the PR departments management platforms (e.g.project management portal subscriptions lists meeting agendas approval trackers and media lists)Majors preferred:English Public Relations Communications Journalism Mass Media.Skills preferred:Writing research project managementorganization AI tools MicrosoftSuiteandGoodle. Graphic designa plus.Benefits & PerksThe following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.Were dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy lifes special moments. Were also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same. Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical Dental and Vison Insurance plans)401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer ContributionExceptional Paid Time OffMaternity / Paternity LeaveInfertility Treatment ProgramAdoption AssistanceEducation AssistanceEnterprise Learning and DevelopmentAnd moreALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity transgender status disability veteran status genetic information or other protected status.No Search Firms:ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.Required Experience:Intern Key Skills Microsoft Office,Public Relations,Google Docs,Data Collection,MailChimp,Microsoft Word,Dermal Fillers,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Microsoft Excel,Adobe Photoshop,Writing Skills Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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