Development/Fundraising Internship

This internship is unpaid for a mutually agreed-upon duration of time in which the purpose is for the intern to acquire skills beneficial to their future career development.  By entering this internship, the intern is acknowledging that they understand there is no compensation offered nor is there a guarantee of employment upon completion of the internship. 

Objectives 

Development & Fundraising 

• Research eligible grants and assist with the application process
• Assist with establishing systems for grant writing 
• Assist with donor communication and follow up 
• Assist with planning fundraising events and online fundraising campaigns
• Support daily administrative tasks
• Participate in regular meetings with staff

Qualifications 

• Understanding of design/typography a plus
• Ability to work sensitively with diverse populations 
• Completed or working towards a college degree, preferably in a related field 
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written 
• Computer literacy is a must (knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Docs, etc.) 
• Self-motivated, good organization and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to multitask and prioritize 
• Ability to ensure confidentiality 
• Ability to travel to different locations for meetings, appointments, etc.