University Programs

As an undergraduate or graduate student, you can play a key role in the day-to-day, mission-critical functions of our organization.

Internship Opportunities

If you’re a mission-focused, actively enrolled undergrad or graduate student seeking meaningful work experience, we invite you to apply for internship opportunities. Internships allow you to explore and enrich your future career prospects. American Red Cross interns are involved in projects critical to the day-to-day work of our organization, gaining an insider’s perspective on our humanitarian mission.

The Red Cross offers both paid and unpaid internship experiences.
Opportunities are available year-round and coincide with academic calendars —however, openings vary by department and organizational needs.
Internships are not eligible for relocation.
If your search yields no results returned in either paid or unpaid searches, there are no Internship positions open at this time.

You may apply for as many positions as you wish; however, you must apply for specific positions—we do not accept general applications. Be sure to follow any additional instructions provided in each posting that interests you.

If you have specific questions, please email Internships@redcross.org for more information.

Paid Internships

For paid internships, you may apply directly on our Careers Site. In the search bar, insert the keyword “intern” or “internship” to display results. Positions vary by location and may be virtual. We recommend leaving the location filter blank.

Careers Site

Unpaid Internships

For unpaid Internships, please explore our Volunteer Role Finder. You will need to add your local zip code (if not automatically populated). Click/tap “Search by Key Word or Title” and insert the keyword “internship”. Search results will display both virtual positions across the country and local positions for your zip code.

Volunteer Role Finder

Additional Opportunities

The Red Cross Leadership Education and Development Rotational Program

A 3-year program designed to offer master’s level graduates a paid, full-time employment opportunity that leads to mission-critical positions within the organization.

Learn more about our lead program

The Red Cross Collegiate Leadership Program

A 2-year leadership program for current student-athletes at NAIA and NCCAA member institutions. Gain leadership experience organizing blood drives in your community.

learn more about our rccl program

University Programs