Fundraising & Development Intern

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Claude Pepper Foundation

Internship/Resident Position Available Fall 2020 

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP

The “Fundraising & Development Intern” will work closely with our Foundation staff, as well as the staff of the Claude Pepper Center, to enhance our fundraising program and assist in planning fundraising events and campaigns.  You will gain valuable experience in fundraising and event planning to gain skills that will help you succeed in the nonprofit profession.  As our fundraising program grows, our ability to respond to the needs of our aging population will increase.

 

SPECIFICALLY, YOUR TASKS WILL INCLUDE

  • Drafting fundraising collateral, from brochures to email appeals to thank you notes.
  • Assisting with planning an annual fundraising program.
  • Helping to develop our peer-to-peer fundraising opportunities.
  • Research prospective donors
  • Create a strong fundraising message that appeals to potential donors
  • Identify and contact potential donors
  • Use online platforms to raise donations
  • Organize campaigns or events to solicit donations
  • Maintain records of donor information
  • Ensure that all legal reporting requirements are satisfied

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal skills
  • Comfortable learning new online platforms and technical skills
  • Interest in fundraising and donor development
  • A driving passion to protect our senior citizens 

LOCATION
Claude Pepper Center, 636 W Call St, Florida State University

Private Office, supplies and equipment will be provided

DETAILS
Internships are typically 10-20 hours per week (3 – 6 Credit hours) from the last week in August until mid-December.  The exact timing to be determined based on your course schedule and University directed changes due to the pandemic.

Internships at Claude Pepper Foundation are primarily education-focused, to arm you with experience toward your career and life goals.  Interns receive reimbursement for any approved incidental expenditures.

 

APPLY NOW TO INTERN WITH US:

Submit a 1-page statement of interest, including a resume or summary of your background along with any forms required by your College to: mlaughlin@fsu.edu