United Way of Greater Charlotte - Philanthropy and Donor Engagement Data Intern

United Way of Greater Charlotte • Charlotte, NC

7h • Onsite

About The Position

United Way of Greater Charlotte is seeking a motivated Data Intern to support our Philanthropy and Donor Engagement team. This unpaid internship is an onsite opportunity based in Uptown Charlotte, running Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., from May 26 through approximately July 15. Reporting to the Manager of Philanthropy Operations, the intern will assist with donor research, data management, and CRM maintenance, gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising operations and contributing directly to our philanthropic mission and community impact.

Requirements

• Junior or Senior undergraduate student, or graduate student, in a relevant field (e.g., nonprofit management, systems management, business administration, social sciences)
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must have or be willing to create a LinkedIn profile for professional networking and engagement related to the role
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage project-based tasks
• Interest in nonprofit operations, donor engagement, and data management

Nice To Haves

• Preferred GPA: 3.0 or higher, or relevant coursework/experience in nonprofit management, research, or data analysis

Responsibilities

• Conduct and compile research on high-value donors and philanthropic prospects
• Research donor background information, including professional roles, education, personal life accomplishments, volunteer involvement, and community engagement
• Consolidate research completed by previous staff and organize it for current use
• Update donor profiles with new research and insights
• Help identify connections among donors through education, volunteerism, and community involvement to strengthen relationship mapping
• Enter and maintain donor information including job title, employer, LinkedIn URLs, and various donor information within the organization's primary database
• Collaborate with PDE staff on research and data organization projects

Benefits

• Hands-on experience with donor research, project management, and nonprofit CRM systems
• Exposure to philanthropic strategy and development operations
• Opportunity to build professional connections across the private, nonprofit, and public sectors
• Experience working with the Philanthropy and Donor Engagement (PDE) team at United Way of Greater Charlotte

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed