Summer 2026 Intern Public Relations (Memphis, TN)

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 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 Childrens 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 Youll Experience :

Over 10 weeks youll be immersed in ALSACs culture and work alongside passionate professionals. Heres what you can expect :

Meaningful Projects that make a real impact

Mentorship & Collaboration with teammates and leaders across departments

Exclusive Chats with ALSACs 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 (MondayFriday)

Pay : $14 / hour

Location : Headquarters Office in 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 contact .

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 :

Not everyone gets to spend their summer at a nonprofit that raises more than $2 . 6 billion a 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.

But youre not everyone so come be a summer 2026 Public Relations intern within the Strategic Communications department at ALSAC the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.

Do you have the ability to work in a team environment independently and energetically and a passion for PR and media relations If so we welcome you to apply for this role where you can f lex your writing organizational and communications muscles .

During your internship you will do things like :

Analyze and research reporters build targe t media lists maintain stra tegic pla nning resources and write interview briefing documents day-of media plans press releases executive quotes media alerts and 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.

Assist with coordinating and event-day staffing for programs such as St. Jude R uns ( August 1 2026 ) and the FedEx St. Jude Championship ( August 12-16 202 6 ).

Learn to calculate media impressions for print broadcast and online press hits reflected in these recaps

Broaden knowledge of the function and growing role that online news sites blogs and social media play in public relations

Write stories for ALSACs intranet about organizational activities campaigns and programs.

Write featured announcements to promote events and initiatives.

Help create digital signage that will display on campus and as screensavers for employees working remotely.

As with all things in life there will be some administrative tasks. Dont worry we will help you with these items which include :

Submitting internal forms to coordinate media interviews for patients and executives

Fielding media and information requests

Compiling media reports

Maintain 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 management organization AI tools Microsoft Suite and Goodle . Graphic design a plus .

Benefits & Perks

The 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 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.

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