Intern - Community Fundraising

Wounded Warrior Project • Jacksonville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Community Fundraising team is responsible for generating revenue for WWP programs and services by collaborating with supporters, community members, volunteers, and vendors to ensure successful local community fundraising events. The Community Fundraising Intern will contribute to WWP’s overall success by actively researching and identifying new community fundraising audiences. This role will also contribute to the development of innovative resources and strategies that enhance the team’s ability to engage local communities and advance WWP’s mission and programs. This is a paid internship opportunity requiring in-person attendance three days each week at the Jacksonville, FL location, and is not a virtual position. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is a veterans service organization dedicated to transforming the way America’s wounded veterans are empowered, employed, and engaged in their communities. WWP™ works with warriors and their families to create paths toward success as they transition back into civilian life, connecting them to a network of support and resources to address their evolving needs. The WWP team is passionate about creating impact, having improved the lives of over half a million warriors and their families since 2003. Many WWP employees are veterans themselves, having experienced the benefits of its programs firsthand.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective organizational and time management skills with attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, TikTok) and their role in fundraising.
• Enthusiastic, curious, and eager to learn; willing to take initiative with direction and support.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.
• One year of customer service experience.
• One year of experience using Microsoft Office, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and mailing of donor letters, incentives, thank-you communications, and outreach materials as needed.
• Gain exposure to donor communications by reviewing inquiry types, learning response standards, and assisting with drafting suggested responses.
• Import data accurately into the donor tracking system.
• Assist with research on current fundraising channels and help compile reports identifying potential growth opportunities.
• Learn how social media supports fundraising efforts by helping identify community groups and audiences that may be appropriate for outreach and promotion.
• Support the creation of engaging resources for various fundraising channels, including flyers, thank-you emails, engagement activities, and event challenges to increase participation and supporter engagement.
• Participate in team discussions to review existing Community Fundraising materials and share observations or research findings related to potential enhancements.
• Build foundational knowledge of Community Fundraising operations, Business Development objectives, and Wounded Warrior Project’s mission through training, team meetings, and guided assignments.
• Learn and participate in other events or tasks as applicable.

Benefits

• A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days’ work from home)
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members
• Competitive pay and performance incentives
• A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees