Development internships provide insight into the structure and management of a non-profit arts organization. The department generates approximately 40% of the organizational budget and works closely with the board of trustees and the marketing and finance departments.
Interns are included in departmental meetings and strategy sessions. Recommended for those interested in management careers in the non-profit sector or in producing.
Responsibilities
Support the Executive Director and development staff through special events, donor cultivation, stewardship and fundraising. Tasks include:
- Research and writing for the quarterly newsletter, annual report and other publications
- Research into institutional and individual giving
- Supporting in-house and offsite mailings
- Tracking and processing RSVPs for special events
- Moving event materials between event sites and storage
- Maintaining inventories of printed material and event supplies
- Communicating with donors and volunteers
- Maintaining photo archives and scrapbooks of development events
- Keeping institutional and individual donor files up to date
- Data management in the development database
- Telemarketing and sales
Skills
A creative eye, excellent communication skills (writing, phone and event presentation), attention to detail, the ability to work well with volunteers, and comfort with Microsoft Word and Excel (not required). Experience in theatre arts is a major plus.
Dates and hours
Summer interns work full time for at least 6 weeks. Fall, winter and spring interns may work part time for at least 12 weeks, with a commitment of at least fifteen hours a week. Scheduling is arranged with the Executive Director.
Special events
Interns are expected to work on large company special events such as opening night parties, the annual dinner auctions and large patron events.
How to apply
Applications are considered as they are received. Please send:
The completed application form- A cover letter describing your interest in the program
- Your resume
- One or more letters of recommendation from people who have supervised your work
- Writing samples or portfolios (required for some internships)
Local housing is not provided. All applicants need access to local housing and their own transportation.