Edgewood Fund Development Summer Intern

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Summer Intern/Volunteer Posting

SUMMARY

Edgewood Center for Children and Families, a nonprofit organization serving San Francisco and San Mateo counties with mental and behavioral health services for children and youth, is looking for motivated interns this summer!

Edgewood’s mission is to promote the behavioral health of children, youth, and families and support a positive transition to adulthood. We believe a holistic and individualized approach to behavioral health can transform the lives of children and their families. Edgewood is one of the leading providers of mental and behavioral health centers in Northern California, with programs ranging from community-based programs to intensive residential treatment. Many of the youth we serve have experienced severe abuse, neglect, or trauma. Our programs focus on helping youth heal from trauma and on creating a positive and supportive environment for them to do so. Visit our website to learn more about or programs and services: www.edgewood.org.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The position will work closely with Edgewood’s Development department on our San Francisco campus in the Sunset District. This is a great opportunity to learn crucial fundraising and communications skills and to design and execute projects that will have a lasting impact on Edgewood. There are numerous professional development opportunities in addition to learning practical fundraising skills, including regularly scheduled trainings at Edgewood on topics ranging from therapeutic approaches to complex trauma to CPR and First Aid certification.

Specific projects include:

• Major donor research
• Grant applications
• External communications and outreach to donors
• Fundraising research
• Data entry
• Volunteer outreach and management
• Newsletters and e-communications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Current student or recent graduation (preferred)
• Can commit to at least 10 hours a week for a minimum of eight weeks
• Background check and TB test clearance
• Ability to organize and manage a variety of projects and complete duties in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Detail oriented with ability to follow instructions and follow-up on assigned tasks
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Interest in learning about development, communications, and non-profit administration

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter to Kristin Thomas at kristint@edgewood.org .

*Note this position is unpaid.