Intern, Fundraising (Summer 2026)
About The Position
Be an integral part of Wolf Trap’s fundraising department, working closely with the major gift and planned giving teams. You will participate in stewardship and cultivation events, assist with major gift solicitation strategy, and execution of personalized donor stewardship. Assist with preparation for cultivation and stewardship events for major donors, board members, and legacy donors Research prospective funders Manage donor and prospect information in donor database Produce content for donor communication and My Wolf Trap, Wolf Trap’s members-only website Assist with preparation of personalized gifts for major donors Prepare gift receipts and acknowledgements
Requirements
- Strong computer skills (MS Word and Excel), experience with Raiser's Edge software is helpful but not necessary
- Outstanding writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Efficient organizational skills and ability to multitask
- Exceptional customer service skills, creativity, and initiative
Nice To Haves
- experience with Raiser's Edge software
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation for cultivation and stewardship events for major donors, board members, and legacy donors
- Research prospective funders
- Manage donor and prospect information in donor database
- Produce content for donor communication and My Wolf Trap, Wolf Trap’s members-only website
- Assist with preparation of personalized gifts for major donors
- Prepare gift receipts and acknowledgements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
