Development Intern - Fall 2024
International Rescue CommitteeDevelopment Intern - Fall 2024
About the Role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Development Intern for Fall 2024 to support our development programming in the Silver Spring office. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in donor prospecting, research, data collection, and grant management activities within a leading non-profit organization.
Responsibilities
- Research and Donor Prospecting: Conduct research on potential major donor prospects and assist with donor outreach and cultivation.
- Data Collection and Management: Provide data collection and research, including tracking all forms of funding sources. Update prospecting and proposal management trackers.
- Grant Proposal Assistance: Assist in the organization and drafting of grant proposals.
- Administrative Support: Perform administrative tasks related to proposal development and ensure a smooth back-end of development records.
- Intern Hours Submission: Submit intern hours on the volunteer dashboard.
- Additional Duties: Other duties as assigned.
Learning Objectives
- Gain proficiency in research and writing.
- Develop skills in donor prospecting and outreach.
- Learn about managing the grant life cycle.
- Expand understanding of nonprofit development strategies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree.
- Previous experience demonstrating high-level writing and research skills.
- Strong communicator with clear verbal and written expression.
- Solid organizational and administrative skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
- Proficient in spoken and written English.
- Ability to work independently and be resourceful.
Internship Details
- Location: Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
- Commitment: Minimum of 37.5 hours per week.
- Start Date: Interns are expected to begin their internship term by attending an in-person intern orientation on September 9th, 2024.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship. However, Fall 2024 interns may be eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15/day to offset the costs of food and travel.
Application Process
To apply, please attach a resume, cover letter, and a list of at least three references to your application. The deadline to apply is August 23rd, 2024.
Additional Information
- Internships with the IRC in Silver Spring are unpaid.
- Candidates not currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, or who are outside 12 months of their graduation, are welcome to apply and will be processed as volunteers.
- Selected applicants will be required to complete background checks.
The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment.
Join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people worldwide for a better future.
Benefits Extracted with AI
- Per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15/day to offset the costs of food and travel
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