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3 people are interested
Development Internship
ORGANIZATION: Virginia Living Museum
Please visit the new page to apply.
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3 people are interested
Purpose: To provide support for the Museum’s Development Office & Fundraising needs
Duration: These internships are non-compensatory and are for at least 10 weeks, 1 to 3 days a week. There is the ability to intern for two semesters
Duties:
- Assisting with a variety of special events - fund raiser, donor cultivation and stewardship
- Writing basic Museum solicitations to donors
- Researching potential corporate and individual donors
- Obtaining (by phone or internet) contact names from potential corporate donors
- Inputting new member and sponsor information as well as updating current information into Development Database
- Preparing mailings, copying, stuffing envelopes
Qualifications:
- Punctuality & dependability - if you are not able to attend when scheduled, it is required that you inform Volunteer Services of your absence.
- Enrolled in college; Business, Communications and Marketing majors preferred.
- Ability to Intern for two semesters.
- Computer skills: Intermediate knowledge Microsoft Office programs; database & graphics experience a plus. Ability to learn new software programs.
- Ability to work independently after initial guidance & supervision.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
More opportunities with Virginia Living Museum
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Virginia Living Museum
Location:
524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News, VA 23601, US
Mission Statement
"Connecting People to Nature through Educational Experiences that Promote Conservation."
Description
Volunteers at the Virginia Living Museum enhance the experience of our guests, are an integral part of the staff, and enrich the lives of our animals. Volunteers keep the museum thriving, functioning and continuously growing. They give their time and talents to ensure the success of this non-profit organization and support our mission to protect what’s precious.
Volunteers at the Virginia Living Museum work with staff members to promote conservation by teaching the beauty and uniqueness of Virginia’s many habitats. They can be found helping in the public parts of the museum or behind the scenes working to maintain the high level of quality care we provide for our animals. No matter what the service, volunteers are an asset to the Virginia Living Museum. In fact, volunteers outnumber paid staff five to one.
There are a wide variety of positions available to volunteers allowing people to find a location at the museum in which they would truly enjoy volunteering. Whether you enjoy working with the public, prefer engaging with plant and animal life, or are seeking to acquire skills in communication or husbandry, the Virginia Living Museum has it all! We are seeking enthusiastic and dependable people, regardless of background and experience. If this sounds like you, please consider volunteering at the Virginia Living Museum and become a part of our organization.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
524 J. Clyde Morris BlvdNewport News, VA 23601
DATE POSTED
December 19, 2016
SKILLS
- Office Management
- Fundraising
- Grant Writing / Research
- Business Development
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum of 10 weeks, 1-3 days a week