2026 Maria Mitchell Association Events and Development Internship

Maria Mitchell Association•Nantucket, MA

55d•$15 - $16

About The Position

The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is offering summer internship(s) in Event planning and Development. The intern(s) selected for this position will be exposed to many areas of this dynamic organization and will participate in our busy summer programs and events with the MMA Administrative team. The Maria Mitchell Association is an exciting place to work, drawing students, interns, and employees from many disciplines and from all across the country. The Event Planning and Development Intern(s) work closely with the Development and Events Manager and the Marketing Director and are responsible for all facets of the development and community relations efforts and strategic donor relations that build participation in and support for the Maria Mitchell Association's programs and special events. Responsibilities include special event preparation, special event digital and print communication, event planning, support, and execution. This is a fantastic, immersive experience for students and recent graduates interested in non profit event planning and development initiatives seeking to build professional expertise in both strategic and hands-on development relations. Event Planning and Development Intern(s) are expected to help with other aspects of a small non-profit organization, such as helping with special programs and events, answering requests for information from the public, assisting visitors to our campus, and helping with many other facets of a organizations day to day operations. Nantucket Island is a resort community that swells to over 60,000 people in the summer. There are fifty miles of beaches and over half the land area is conservation land. The mission of the MMA is to inspire people to experience Nantucket’s sky, land, and sea. Programs and facilities focus on environmental education, ecological research, astronomy, and historic preservation.

Requirements

A strong interest in event planning and development within a non-profit setting
Experience with many forms of social media and e-marketing
Experience working with CRM database a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Excel required.
Knowledge of or proficiency in Canva and Flodesk, and other graphic design platforms such as InDesign, Illustrator, and LucidPress are a plus
Ability to lift 50 lbs
At least two years of college, or relevant work experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task and work in a busy environment
Willingness and ability to work cooperatively in a team setting, adapt to change, and take supervisory direction
Ability to take initiative, work independently and without supervision
Evening and weekend hours will be necessary when supporting various special events.
General Schedule is 10:00am-5:00pm
Have a valid and current driver's license with a clean driving record
Able to pass a safe driving test to be qualified to drive company vehicles to outbound field trips

Responsibilities

Assist with event planning and implementation of activities surrounding annual special events/fundraisers. This includes organizing event supplies, researching products for event gifts, organizing guest lists, creating invitations, and post-event communications
Draft and design event collateral such as sponsor, auction, and fundraising posters, signs, and programs
Solicit (in person, and via phone or email) and secure business sponsors for advertising in our Summer Program Calendar and Fundraising Printed Program Books
Organize event auction and bid sheets
Perform CRM donor database updates
Support membership campaigns, including strategy and implementation
Organize member events and post event follow up
Research and draft special giving day campaigns
Assist with mailings and the updating, distributing and placement of advertising, collateral materials, bulletin boards, press releases, website, social media, and other marketing communication tools
Liaise with third party consultants on the event timeline and particulars (if needed)
Assist with event planning and implementation of activities surrounding annual special events/fundraisers