Summer 2026 Intern Event Planner (Peoria, IL)
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Job Location:
Peoria, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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
Intern Project where youll learn design thinking collaborate with interns and present to 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: 4722 N. Sheridan Road Peoria IL 61614
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 or contact .
Qualifications:
Must be undergraduate graduate or recent graduate (May 2026 eligible)
Passionate about our mission
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Must be 18 years of age or older
Internship Focus:
This intern will be working with our Peoria IL based team and establish skills needed to plan and execute in person fundraising events.
As an intern you will have several various duties that may be assigned but will provide general support to the team for the following programs:
Telethon: local marketing strategy input participant management and engagement sponsorship recruitment logistics and more attendance event day is (8/2/25)
St. Jude Runs: assist with event calendar assist with newsletter assist with social media and more
St. Jude Rides: assist in preparation for first participant meeting participant management and engagement and more
Golf: attend meeting(s) assist with side event dinner; event day logistics
Youth Programs: assist in planning and development of collegiate and high school programming and Teen Hour for the Telethon
Majors preferred: Marketing Communications Business Non-profit Leadership Recreation Management or any other related field of study
Skills preferred: Office 365 social media excel written & verbal communication
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
