Major Gifts & Donor Relations Intern

WHYY Inc•Philadelphia, PA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Major Gifts & Donor Relations Intern works alongside WHYY’s Major Gifts and Individual Giving team to help prepare and execute events, programs, and development activities. The internship provides experiential learning in the nonprofit and public media industry. Candidates should be able to collaborate on projects, take direction and critique, and manage their workload in a timely manner. The ideal candidate can manage multiple projects from inception to completion in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, a two- or three-page writing sample, a link to media or digital work if appropriate, and a letter of recommendation from someone who can speak to their relevant experience, background, skills, and/or work ethic. Applicants must be current junior or senior undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent graduates (within 2–3 years of graduation).

Requirements

  • Must be a current junior or senior undergraduate student, graduate student, or recent graduate within 2–3 years of graduation.
  • Submit a resume, cover letter, a two- or three-page writing sample, a letter of recommendation, and, if appropriate, a link to media or digital work.
  • Ability to collaborate on projects, take direction and critique, and manage workload in a timely manner.
  • Interest in gaining experience in nonprofit management.
  • Some experience with fundraising.

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to manage multiple projects from inception to completion in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist and support the development team with the creation, planning, and execution of major donor events.
  • Assist with donor acknowledgments and queries.
  • Support research and development and special projects within the department.
  • Assist with logistics for donor events, including technology and talent needs.
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