Development Internship

Any Baby Can • Austin, TX

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Any Baby Can is seeking an intern to support its mission of championing child development and supporting families in need. The Development Internship provides hands-on experience with donor stewardship, research, grant writing, fundraising, and event management, while preparing students for careers in philanthropy and nonprofit administration. This is a part-time, unpaid internship with the development team. The internship is expected to take place during the Spring 2027 semester for approximately 13 weeks, accounting for university breaks, with a minimum commitment of 16 hours per week. The schedule is flexible and hybrid, coordinated with the intern’s class schedule to ensure consistent availability during scheduled working hours. The intern must be based in the Austin area and have reliable transportation to the main office and event venues. Some work may be completed remotely. Periodic availability outside normal working hours is required for events and activities.

Requirements

• Be an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in courses during the internship period, majoring in Communication, Sociology, Social Work, or a relevant field.
• Have an interest in development and nonprofit fundraising.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Have strong writing and editing skills.
• Be committed to a team-oriented philosophy and able to work independently.
• Have knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Office products.
• Adhere to principles of ethical fundraising.
• Be based in the Austin area and have reliable transportation to Any Baby Can’s main office and event venues.
• If driving a personal vehicle, have a valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.
• Commit to at least 16 hours per week and coordinate availability with class schedules.
• Be periodically available outside normal working hours for events and activities.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising campaigns and events, including soliciting, receiving, and occasionally picking up donated auction items, in-kind gifts, and event materials from community partners.
• Assist with donor stewardship and database management, including drafting emails and thank-you letters and tracking in-kind gifts.
• Conduct prospect research, including corporate donor research and developing engagement strategies.
• Research and draft community grants.
• Coordinate volunteers and provide project support.
• Provide office support, including organizing marketing collateral and event materials.
• Perform additional duties based on department needs and the intern’s interests.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in fundraising, donor stewardship, sponsorships, and special events.
• Opportunity to assist with planning and executing community and fundraising events.
• Development of skills in project management, relationship building, written communication, data management, and event logistics.
• Opportunity to learn how nonprofit development strategies contribute to mission impact and organizational sustainability.
• Collaboration with staff across departments and connections with community leaders, corporate partners, volunteers, and donors.
• Real-world experience, measurable accomplishments, and professional references for a resume.
• School credit for projects tailored to class requirements, with professor approval.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed