Fall Semester Development Intern

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Development Internship
As Development Intern you will gain valuable experience learning about the planning and execution of fundraising events by working closely with the logistics, development, and volunteer management teams. You will assist in communicating with event participants and identify opportunities to market Chapter events and encourage event registration. You will work with the Society’s internal database and participant management systems throughout the internship to provide reporting and data management learning opportunities. You will research organizations and fundraising events, a critical element of development planning, to help the Chapter better understand the market. You will also have the opportunity to observe staff and learn how they coordinate with sponsors, participants and donors to plan and execute successful special events. Timing of the internship will be a fixed duration contingent on the student’s schedule and needs.

The applicant must have excellent customer service skills and be detail-orientated. Strong interpersonal, time management and team work skills are a must. Prior experience in fundraising, planning, organizing and managing events is helpful. Good oral and written communication skills are requested. May require attendance at work events taking place on weeknights along with weekends (Saturdays and/or Sundays).