Fall 2016 Events/Advancement Internship

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Program Description

As an Advancement Intern, you will gain firsthand experience regarding fundraising at the Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, as well as interacting/developing pivotal relationships with key members and donors.

The Advancement intern assists the Advancement team with the following areas of work:

Responsibilities:

• Fundraising Conducting prospect research on local and national levels
• Drafting, generating and distributing letters and solicitation materials
• Assisting in record maintenance and agreement timelines with partners
• Planning and fulfilling special events and activities Membership and Major Donors
• Maintenance of donor records and biographical information
• Special event planning
• Prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and donor stewardship Foundation and Grants
• Drafting proposals, applications, and reports for special projects (i.e. Festivals, education programs, special events) for general support
• Staffing the Culturist table for evening and weekend performances
• Administrative efforts

Requirements:

• Junior or Senior College/University Status pursuing a degree in fundraising or related feel
• Strong written and interpersonal skills
• Easy adaptability to last-minute changes and assignments
• Must be available to nights and weekends
• 16 hour per week minimum

This is an unpaid internship, but it can be taken for school credit. Please check with your school for more details.