Development Intern

Development Intern

Overview

The California Budget & Policy Center is seeking a Development Intern to join our team in Sacramento, CA. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit development and fundraising, while supporting our mission to advance public policies that improve the lives of Californians.

Responsibilities

As a Development Intern, you will be an integral part of our development team, which consists of 2-3 staff members. Your primary responsibilities will include:

Data and CRM Management

• Update donor and funder data in our CRM, Salesforce, with confidentiality.
• Conduct regular audits of Salesforce to ensure optimal use.
• Build and maintain Salesforce campaigns, reports, and dashboards.
• Assist in creating a Salesforce usage manual with best practices.

Donor and Funder Research

• Research prospective donors and funders using tools like iWave.
• Develop a regular practice of prospective research.
• Support engagement with past and potential new donors and funders.

Year-End Appeal Campaign

• Assist with our annual year-end appeal (YEA) campaign, including donor list building and appeal drafting.
• Support with funder reports during the YEA campaign as needed.

Organizational Activities

• Contribute to the Budget Center's equity work.
• Assist with the development of our annual policy conference, Policy Insights.
• Support the initial stages of our 30th anniversary campaign.

Professional Development

• Learn about California state policy and budget processes.
• Gain insights into the history and structure of nonprofits and fundraising.
• Explore the Budget Center's main issue areas.
• Engage with staff on career development.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A strong commitment to social, economic, and racial equity.
• Interest in public policy and nonprofit development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Experience with CRMs like Salesforce is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• High school diploma required; a Bachelor's degree or prior experience in fundraising is helpful but not required.

Physical and Location Requirements

This role is primarily remote, but candidates should be based in a location allowing for occasional in-person attendance at our Sacramento office. Initial weekly visits for onboarding and at least twice a month visits are expected.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a temporary hourly non-exempt position with a salary of $23 - $26 per hour. Interns are provided with legally mandated benefits, including:

• Accrual of one hour of paid sick leave for every 20 hours worked.
• Valuable hands-on experience in fundraising and the nonprofit sector.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field.

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with priority given to applications received by August 23, 2024. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a brief equity statement addressing how your experiences demonstrate your embrace of diversity, equity, and inclusion.