Fundraising internship job description

Are you ready to join an organization where you can be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives?

Envision all Americans enjoying ideal cardiovascular health free of heart disease and stroke. At the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, we get to work toward that goal every single day. Is it easy? No. Is it worthwhile? You bet!

This is satisfying work that makes a real difference in people's lives. You can achieve professional growth with personal fulfillment. You will connect with people and make a lifesaving impact. You will partner with individuals, schools, lawmakers, healthcare providers and others to ensure everyone has access to healthier lifestyle choices and proper healthcare.
What's Your Motivation?
Opportunity. Creativity. Contribution. It's all part of interning for the American Heart Association- where you can combine professional growth with personal fulfillment.
Internship Overview
The American Heart Association's Internship Program provides college students an opportunity for hands-on experience in various facets of event planning and implementation, volunteer management, and community outreach. We will provide networking opportunities including connecting with our Executives. The program will also offer experience in the use of current business and development technologies. Interns will have the opportunity to gain professional experience with a national non-profit organization, further develop communication and presentation skills, sales skills and experience skills in team collaboration and customer service.
Internship Overview:
Time Commitment: 20-30 hours per week Internship Duration: Spring Semester Must be in the Twin Cities Area for in-person work. There will be some work from home hours as well.
Responsibilities
The intern is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of youth fundraising and education activities for the American Heart Association. Specific projects will include support for the Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge programs in the Elementary, Middle and High Schools.
Some of the skills acquired include:
Experience working with and managing volunteers Understanding of event logistic coordination Improved written and verbal communication skills Experience educating youth about the importance of healthy living Ability to provide excellent customer service over the phone and in person Experience working in a professional environment
Some of the activities included are:
Supporting Youth Market Directors Day to day activities which include Customizing website Headquarters, social media posts and parent communication. Face to Face school visits with the focus of recruitment of new schools with a strong focus on Middle and High School market Relationship building with current volunteers. These volunteers are primarily principals, teachers, PE professionals, Superintendents, and survivor families
Qualifications
Reliable transportation to visit event locations to recruit new Middle and High Schools within the Twin Cities Metro area. (Dakota, Washington, Hennepin, Carver, Anoka and Ramsey counties) Effective oral, written and presentation communication skills Ability to work professionally in corporate and non-profit environments Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Ability to use Microsoft Office programs preferred. Minimum availably 20hrs/wk, Monday- Friday during with a range of 7:30-5:00. Must be able to lift 50 pounds Required Equipment: Laptop (the preference would be for interns to use their own equipment, and we only provision AHA equipment when necessary) Reliable WiFi Connection
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Compensation & Benefits
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
Compensation - Our internships pay $23 an hour.

Professional Development - You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association's national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.


The American Heart Association's 2024 Goal: Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.



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This position will assist our development department regarding non-profit fundraising and event activities. Duties will revolve around helping with the Center's major fundraising events that are both in person and virtual. Tasks will include: (1) assisting with event planning and other pre-event activities as well as post event follow up, (2) working with staff on silent and live auction item procurement, creating and staging of packages, and database entry, (3) other development tasks as needed and (4) 8 hours as an interpreter for the Center, connecting visitors with Alaska SeaLife Center content.
Education/Training Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in process. Experience with fundraising events is preferred; good communication, database entry, and time management skills are desired.

Essential Duties:

+ Works with the Development Director and other staff to support Alaska SeaLife Center's fundraising and event activities.

+ Assists with planning and executing auction and donor related activities for the Center's major fundraising events. Specific assistance will include helping to secure auction item donations to create unique auction packages for both in person and virtual events including the creation of descriptions and display of donated items.

+ Maintaining consistent database entry for both pre-event and post event tasks. Post-event follow up includes assisting with appropriate thank you messages and prompt follow up for participants and auction donors.

+ Serves as a member of the Development team functions including fundraising events and membership and donor database management.

+ Fosters good relations with visitors, volunteers, community leaders, contractors, and fellow staff members by promoting a positive attitude, good will, cooperation and providing high standards of service.

+ Complies with all Alaska SeaLife Center policies, procedures and programs.

+ Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Ability to speak effectively and to be comfortable meeting new people when interfacing with existing and potential new donors. Ability to work independently with excellent organizational and time management skills. Proficient computer skills including basic Microsoft applications specifically Excel are preferred as well as knowledge on how to perform internet based social media searches.

Physical Requirements:

+ The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ Ability to see and hear; use arms and hands; handle objects, tools, and controls; and sit. Ability to lift and move 20 pounds.

Internship Dates: ASAP to March 31, 2023

Unpaid Internship

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and letter of recommendation.

A background check will be conducted on all potential interns.

Accredited by Association of Zoos & Aquariums

EEO/AA

Job Title: Fundraising Intern

Sector: Fundraising

Employment Category: Unpaid Intern

Employment Type: Fixed term

Open to Expatriates: n/a

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

BACKGROUND:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 24 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 27,000 refugees from 67 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles an average of 250 refugees into Georgia annually and provides additional services and assistance to another 2,500 refugees, immigrants and asylees.

SCOPE OF FUNDRAISING INTERN WORK:

This internship is located within the Resource Development Department, whose purpose is to establish strong, mutually-beneficial connections between the community and the IRC in Atlanta in order to garner monetary, in-kind and volunteer resources for refugee clients. The Fundraising Intern will work closely with the Development Assistant and Development Manager towards these goals to enhance the IRC in Atlanta's ability to meet refugee client needs.

This position is an unpaid internship and requires a minimum of 15 hours a week for at least 3 months. This position will require on-site work, and therefore applicants must be located near the Atlanta, GA area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide data collection and research including tracking all forms of funding sources;

Draft written materials for internal and external communications and prepare mass mailings;

Proofread and edit letters of intent and grant proposals;

Assist with updating and maintaining IRC donor database;

Research potential major donor prospects and assist with donor outreach and cultivation;

Provide direct service to refugee clients as needed by the Volunteer Coordinator;

Assist with other Resource Development needs such as donor management, external communications, and fundraising;

Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and special staff development programs.

REQUIREMENTS:

An interest in international and refugee issues;

Effective communication and writing skills;

Strong attention to detail;

Excellent organizational skills;

Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects;

A strong desire to help people and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural setting;

Prior experience in a non-profit setting a plus;

Prior relevant coursework preferred.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC's duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.