Development Operations Intern

Colorectal Cancer Alliance Inc

82d • $20

About The Position

The Colorectal Cancer Alliance is a national nonprofit organization committed to ending colorectal cancer within our lifetime. We help patients, families, survivors, and caregivers navigate diagnosis and treatment options, connect them with those who can share experiences and knowledge, and identify resources to meet their needs. We partner with healthcare professionals and social influencers to raise awareness of preventative screening, and we collaborate with researchers to better understand the disease and fund critical research. Our efforts are urgent, effective, and efficient because we believe that tomorrow can’t wait. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Development Operations Intern to support our Development team with essential data and gift entry tasks. This internship is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in nonprofit operations, data management, and donor relations. The intern will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our donor database, supporting acknowledgment processes, and assisting with special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience with or willingness to learn donor databases (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or similar CRM systems).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset with a strong commitment to confidentiality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter donations into the donor management system.
• Ensure proper allocation and coding of gifts.
• Generate and prepare timely and accurate tax receipt letters for donors.
• Prepare and send acknowledgment letters for donations made in honor or memory of others.
• Ensure recipients of honor/memorial gifts are notified in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with maintaining and improving the quality of donor database records.
• Update donors contact information and correct any data discrepancies.
• Work closely with other team members to ensure smooth operations within the Development department.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries related to donor data and gift processing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees