Development and Fundraising Intern

Description

Seeking a current college student, current graduate student, or recent college graduate interested in serving as an intern by assisting the board of directors in developing a fundraising plan, grant research and proposal development, and support to the board of directors’s development/finance committee. In return, CWUW will provide an opportunity for the intern to gain experience in and familiarity with areas such as fundraising, philanthropy, and women’s health issues. The Development Intern will report to the board president and executive director and will support the entire finance committee.

Responsibilities

Research potential donors, strategic partners, markets, and industries. • Draft correspondence, reports, proposals, and donor appeals. • Assist the development staff in planning donor and fundraising events and other activities. • Research grants and assist in preparing proposals. • Maintain donor files and other development materials. • Assist with mailings, filing, and special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Strong writing and research abilities. • Desire to learn more about fundraising and philanthropy. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. • Experience with databases is a plus. • Good interpersonal skills and attention to detail. • Demonstrated commitment to CWUW’s mission and values. • Unimpeachable ethical standards and personal integrity.