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Development Internship
ORGANIZATION: Virginia Living Museum
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4 people are interested
Name of Internship Development Intern
Summary of Internship:
Internship role consists of general support of the Development office including fundraising, grant research, donor prospecting, assisting with a variety of fundraisers, donor cultivation, stewardship and general office duties such as mail preparation and filing.
Length of Internship (usually based on a semester to semester basis; needs a finite ending point)
☐1 semester ☒ Summer (as available)
☒2 semesters
# hours required weekly 1-2 days per week on a set schedule
Qualifications for this Internship:
- Museum interest
- Majoring in: Museum Studies, Management, Marketing, Business, or Communications
- Outgoing & professional
Experience Gained:
- Overall knowledge of VLM & non-profit status
- Overall perspective of Development operations
- Exposure to different elements of Development Practices (fundraisers, special events, grants)
- Fundraising
- Altru database experience (not for summer/short term intern)
- Grant experience/research
- Special event fundraising experience
Duties -
- Support and learn overall non-profit fundraising in the Development Office
- Research potential grant opportunities with possible grant submittal opportunities
- Assist with special event planning and soliciting gift in kind donations for auctions & raffles
- Prospect for potential corporate and individual donors
- Filing and preparation of office solicitation and invitation mailings
- Writing opportunities depending on skill set
- Assist with fulfillment of Community Education Program complimentary admission
- There is a potential for specific development focus depending on the interns skills and area of expertise.
Projects - The intern will choose from these possibilities:
- Possible grant related report if intern participates in grant submittal
- Possible Reflection Paper detailing the impact the internship had on your career choices
- Project based on Student Interest & Skill Set as approved by the Development staff
Expectations -
- Professional and confidential
- 2 semester minimum
- 6-8 hours per week on a set schedule
- Special event hours to be arranged as applicable
Confidentiality -
- All interns will sign a confidentiality waiver
- Donor records will be kept confidential
- Types and nature of communications within the office and clientele to remain confidential
Evaluation -
- Midpoint evaluation at half way mark of required hours using standard museum evaluation tool
- Final evaluation at end of internship
Feedback -
- Half-way point interview/review of current projects
- Exit interview to include their most important take-away related to their career
Application Instructions -
- Submit official VLM volunteer application, a cover letter and resume
- Candidates will be interviewed by Development Department staff
- Background check will be conducted after successful interview
- Summer deadline: April 15
- Fall Deadline: July 15
- Spring: Dec 15
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
March 3, 2020
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18