At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.

We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re 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, we're 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 Description

Join the team behind one of the most trusted nonprofit brands in the world. ALSAC is the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Our paid summer internship program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while supporting a powerful mission: Finding cures. Saving children.

What You’ll Experience:

Over 10 weeks, you’ll be immersed in ALSAC’s culture and work alongside passionate professionals. Here’s what you can expect:

• Meaningful Projects that make a real impact
• Mentorship & Collaboration with teammates and leaders across departments
• Exclusive Chats with ALSAC’s Executive Leadership Team
• Intern Project where you’ll learn design thinking, collaborate with interns, and present to ALSAC’s Executive Leadership Team

Named one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the U.S. by WayUp and Yello, this program is designed to be impactful, collaborative, and inspiring.

Internship Details:

• Dates: June 1 – August 7, 2026
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Monday–Friday)
• Pay: $14/hour
• Location: Hybrid – 1350 Concourse Avenue, Suite 563, Memphis, TN

Application Process:

After you submit your application and if eligible, you will be sent an email to complete a virtual video interview from HireVue. 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 stjude.org/alsacintern or contact intern@alsac.stjude.org.

Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college/university or May 2026 graduate
• Passionate about our mission
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Internship Focus:

The Delta Area creates and executes best-in-class fundraising and awareness events to acquire and cultivate donors in W. Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas. The Delta Area team focuses on funding the mission of St. Jude through Dinners, Galas & Golf tournaments, St. Jude Dream Home Giveaways, youth and collegiate programs as well as fitness and endurance events like the St. Jude Walk and St. Jude Memphis Marathon weekend. This role will give the ideal candidate first-hand experiences that aid in the development of core fundraising and non-profit development skills.

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Responsibilities include:

Campaign Development + Support

• Assist in the development and execution of communication strategies to activate participants and fundraisers
• Create promotional materials
• Reimagine and assist with social media strategies to promote events
• Assist with recommitting teams
• Assist with research and confirmation of teams from local groups and organizations
• Engage with key team leaders to maximize support for fundraising initiatives

Event Planning and Management

• Learn and execute best practices for fundraising dinners, galas and golf tournaments
• Support core event planning work and event logistics
• Work in collaboration with a team to manage best-in-class fundraisers that engage and activate donor support

Volunteer Recruitment + Cultivation

• Develop and execute a plan to recruit volunteers for support of Area events
• Build a year round stewardship calendar for the Delta Area cadre of volunteers that provides acknowledgement and appreciation for their efforts.

Majors preferred: Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Social Media, Non-Profit Management, Communications, Social Sciences

Skills preferred: Strong written + verbal communication skills, Customer focused-mindset, Marketing + Promotions to include social media.

Benefits & Perks

The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.

We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re 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 Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development
• And more

ALSAC 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.