NRF Foundation - Corporate Engagement & Programs Intern
About The Position
The NRF Foundation provides the skills and resources needed for a life-changing career. As NRF's nonprofit 501(c)(3), we connect people to an industry that’s a great place to start and a great place to grow. Together, we help people build better lives and stronger communities. The NRF Foundation team works to connect people of all backgrounds to extraordinary careers with industry-recognized training and credentials with its RISE Up program , and helps university students nationwide accelerate their careers in retail through more than $800,000 in scholarships annually and year-round opportunities to connect to company recruiters and industry mentors. We have exciting internship opportunities for college students to learn valuable insights about the retail industry and the role of a trade association. Do you have a passion for the retail industry? Do you enjoy learning and gaining hands-on experience working with a team? If yes, this may be the summer internship for you. Interested candidates should apply with a resume and cover letter by February 20, 2026, to be considered. Program Dates: June 1, 2026 – July 30, 2026 Hourly Rate: $25 - $28 Location: Washington, D.C. Office Work Model: Hybrid — In-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; remote Monday and Friday The NRF Foundation Corporate Engagement & Programs Intern will assist the NRF Foundation Programs and Corporate Engagement teams in project management, research and operations that advance the NRF Foundation’s strategic priorities around scholarships, retail training and retail careers.
Requirements
- Current rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communications, English, business, public policy, nonprofit management, marketing, or a related field
- Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze and interpret data
- Strong written communication and proofreading abilities
- Excellent internal and external communication skills with the ability to interact comfortably with a variety of stakeholders
- Excellent attention to detail, particularly in research and data analysis
- Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with NRF Foundation programs
- Experience conducting research, interviews or data analysis through coursework, internships or campus projects
- Experience with CRM databases, dashboards or prospect research tools
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation and logistics for RISE Up summer conferences including event materials, tracking conference attendees and post-event follow-up communications
- Support research projects, including conducting interviews, identifying potential 2027 Person of the Year candidates, and analysis of grant data, credential distribution and training partner impact
- Support active NRF Foundation scholarship program rounds and preparation for fall scholarship programs
- Conduct research on academic programs and faculty aligned with scholarship focus areas
- Assist with the process of university membership renewals including database management
- Conduct prospect research on corporate partners, foundations, and grant opportunities aligned with NRFF’s mission
- Assist with data projects, including building and updating dashboards tracking company engagement over multiple fiscal years
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Career Level
Intern
