Research and Membership Internship

Irish Arts Center • New York, NY

4d • $17 • Hybrid

About The Position

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in fundraising within a cultural organization. The Research and Membership Intern will support various development activities, including prospect research, individual giving, membership initiatives, special events, and development operations. It's an ideal role for those interested in frontline fundraising, providing exposure to all facets of the development process. The successful candidate will be flexible, professional, and eager to contribute to a fast-paced, growing organization with a passion for contemporary Irish/Irish American arts and culture. This position encourages self-direction with guidance, allowing interns to learn the dynamics of a busy development office. The role is part-time, 20 hours per week for approximately three months (early October to early January), with a pay rate of $17.00 per hour. The work model is hybrid, primarily virtual with one mandatory in-office day per week. Some evening and weekend hours may be required for fundraising events.

Requirements

• Prior administrative work experience, preferably in a development or non-profit context.
• Strong command of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Willingness to learn database software (Tessitura).
• An interest in the arts/culture, and non-profit field.
• Openness in speaking to and connecting with community members and donor prospects.
• Detail-oriented.
• Superior writing, editing, and research skills.
• Positive attitude, self-motivated, enthusiastic.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, work independently when needed, and set/adhere to deadlines.
• Must reside in New York City or the surrounding area.
• Must have US work authorization.
• Must complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Tessitura and iWave database software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prospect research, creating donor profiles and briefs for the development team.
• Generate reports for wealth screenings, team portfolios, and discovery pipelines.
• Research and build profiles for special event attendees and patrons.
• Provide administrative support for strategic communications to donors and prospects.
• Assist the manager with membership event planning and on-site support.
• Develop monthly newsletters for members highlighting events and perks.
• Manage membership and Claddagh fulfillment for perks like tote bags and blankets.
• Help identify potential prospects for upper-level membership and Claddagh within the current membership pipeline.
• Provide day/night-of event assistance, including guest check-in, auction setup and distribution, and general logistics.
• Assist with fundraising and event communications, such as email blasts, RSVP tracking, and list management.
• Organize, prepare, and order supplies related to special events.

Benefits

• $17.00 per hour
• Free entry to any regularly ticketed IAC event for the duration of the internship
• Free registration for one IAC class within 1 year of completion of the internship
• Assistance in receiving course credit, where available
• Receive valuable training in industry standard tools such as Tessitura and iWave
• Identify/cultivate interests within a non-profit development department

What This Job Offers

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