Internship - Fundraising and Development - Fall

Read Better Be Better•Phoenix, AZ

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

Read Better Be Better (RBBB) is an education nonprofit addressing Arizona's literacy crisis. We equip youth with the skills to read and lead. Interns join a mission-driven, collaborative team and contribute meaningfully to programs that make a real impact. As an RBBB Development Department Intern, you will be supervised by a designated Development Department professional who will provide mentorship, feedback, and oversight throughout your internship. You will collaborate with Development staff on projects related to grant writing, fundraising, communications, and donor stewardship. Based on departmental priorities, you may also explore projects aligned with your interests.

Requirements

A positive attitude
Detail-oriented
Creative problem-solver
Interest in and passion for the Read Better Be Better vision and mission
Interest in communications, organizational development and the nonprofit sector
Willingness to seek opportunities to develop and grow the Read Better Be Better vision and mission within the community
Willingness to conduct themselves in accordance with organizational values

Nice To Haves

Willing and able to learn quickly
Strong organizational and project management skills
Strong writing skills
Enrollment in/having a relevant degree program preferred (i.e. marketing, public relations, nonprofit management, journalism, etc.)
Foundational knowledge of public relations, social media and digital content management
Understanding of the following platforms and applications: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Share Point), Salesforce, and Slack; Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn; Canva, Adobe Suites

Responsibilities

Provide support with marketing and communication as needed.
Assisting with social media campaigns and online fundraising efforts by creating content, monitoring engagement, and analyzing results.
Assist in writing and editing newsletter articles.
Assist in the preparation of grant proposals, including researching potential grant opportunities, drafting sections of proposals, and gathering necessary documentation.
Provide general development team support.
Support efforts to cultivate relationships with potential donors through outreach activities such as phone calls, thank you cards, emails, and networking events.
Design and complete projects based on personal interest and organizational need.
Perform other general duties as assigned.