Intern, Business and Program Development

MILKEN INSTITUTE

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About The Position

The Milken Institute is seeking a part-time, paid Intern for a six-month period to support the Milken Institute’s Business and Program Development team in Miami starting in February 2026. Employing the tools of research, convening and collaborating with leaders from finance, industry, public policy, philanthropy and the social sector, the Institute works toward practical and actionable solutions to cure disease, create jobs, spread opportunity, spur economic development and implement energy and environmental practices that promote sustainability. This position will report to the Associate Director of Business and Program Development and work closely with colleagues in this department, as well as Events, Programs and Communications as needed. Under the supervision of their manager, the intern will support the Business and Program Development team by maintaining and organizing data management, researching target industry prospect lists, and assisting in day-to-day Miami office related needs. The right candidate will add value to an extraordinary portfolio of existing relationships with global financial institutions, corporate, investment, public policy, foundation leaders and members of the philanthropic community, by developing a strong knowledge of the relationships to proactively find and pursue opportunities for growing the Institute’s network.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree or working towards obtaining one.
Ability to multi-task while handling complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
Self-starter and hard worker displaying high productivity and follow-through in all areas of responsibility.
A team-oriented individual who seeks out tasks when work is completed and assists co-workers to ensure goals, requirements and deadlines are achieved.
An attitude of "no job is too small" and attention to detail that ensures rewarding experiences and outcomes for supporters and other stakeholders.
Skilled at working with people and able to interact positively with all levels of an organization.
Desire and ability to support relationships with senior-level decision-makers.
Effective oral/written communication and data management abilities.
Ability to use critical, creative thinking to solve problems large and small.
For the candidate with strong intellectual curiosity, extraordinary work ethic and drive to achieve, this is an opportunity to become a key player in an entrepreneurial, growing and dynamic global organization involved in the most important work of our time.
Ability to work independently within a work from home environment. The intern must produce quality work under minimal supervision during a work from home environment.
Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Salesforce is a plus.
Duties as assigned.