Development Intern

Center for a New American Security•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Joseph S. Nye, Jr. Development Intern works directly with the Center for a New American Security’s Development team, which supports the Center’s mission by building and maintaining diverse donor portfolios, stewarding current partners, and prospecting potential funders. The internship provides exposure to fundraising portfolios that include individuals, corporations, government, and foundations. Interns participate in policy research, writing, exposure to national policy debates and decision makers, and professional development as part of CNAS’s internship and mentoring program.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks from several stakeholders at once.
Exceptional professionalism and discretion.
Willingness to learn on their feet.
Highly motivated self-starter.
Detail oriented.
Track record of high-quality research and organizational management skills.
Appreciation for and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Background and interest in fundraising and nonprofit management are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist Development team members with ad hoc projects related to the Center’s fundraising portfolios, including individual, corporate, government, and foundation portfolios.
Conduct development- and fundraising-related research and assemble briefing memos on development prospects and opportunities.
Manage data input in the Center’s CRM, Salesforce.
Support event planning and execution.
Assist research programs with database and marketing tool questions.
Support email marketing efforts, including tracking metrics and using the Center’s marketing software.