Summer 2026 Intern

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. 

Ourpaid summer internship programoffers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while supporting a powerful mission:Finding cures. Saving children.

WhatYou’llExperience:

Over10 weeks,you’llbe immersed in ALSAC’s culture and work alongside passionate professionals.Here’swhat you can expect:

• Meaningful Projectsthat make a real impact

• Mentorship & Collaborationwith teammates and leaders across departments

• Exclusive Chatswith ALSAC’s Executive Leadership Team

• Intern Projectwhereyou’lllearn design thinking, collaborate with interns, and present to ALSAC’s Executive Leadership Team

Named 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, 2026

• Schedule: Full-time,40 hours/week (Monday–Friday)

• Pay: $14/hour

• Location: Headquarters Office in Memphis, TN

Application Process: 

After yousubmityour 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, visitstjude.org/alsacinternor contact[email protected].

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 Project Management Office standardizesthe project-related processesandfacilitatesthe sharing of resources, methodologies, tools, and techniques. It ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The PMO also plays a crucial role in aligning projects with the organization's strategicobjectives, thereby maximizing value andbenefitsrealization.

Portfolio Management Assistance:

Prioritize Projects: Evaluate ongoing projects based on strategic alignment, resource availability, and potential ROI.

Risk Assessment:Identifyand mitigate risks across the portfolio.

Performance Tracking: Use dashboards tomonitorproject progress and performance metrics.

Capacity Analysis:

Resource Allocation: Assess current resourceutilizationandidentifygaps.

Forecasting: Predict future resource needs based on project timelines and workloads.

Optimization: Implement strategies tooptimizeresource usage and avoid bottlenecks.

Research PMO Best Practices, Tools, and Procedures:

Best Practices:Look intoframeworks like PMBOK, PRINCE2, and Agile methodologies.

Tools: Evaluate tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, andSmartsheetfor project management.

Procedures: Standardize processes for project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.

Review Project Management Backlog for Process Improvements:

IdentifyBottlenecks: Analyze the backlog to find recurring issues or delays.

Streamline Processes: Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Feedback Loop:Establisha system for continuous feedback and improvement.

Facilitate Team Meetings:

Agenda Setting: Prepare and share meeting agendas in advance.

Engagement: Encourage participation and ensure all voices are heard.

Follow-Up: Document action items and follow up on progress.

Majors preferred:Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Interdisciplinary majors that include technologycomponent,Englishor Communications

Skills preferred:Strong Communication, Self-Starter with ability to prioritize tasks,Collaboratewith multiple cross-functional teams, Detail Oriented, Curious with enthusiasm for learningnew technology