Special Events Intern

The Children's Museum Houston • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Children’s Museum of Houston is seeking a current college student, graduate student, or recent college graduate for a year-round paid Development Special Events internship. The intern will provide database, research, administrative, and event-planning support to the Development Special Events team.

The intern will gain hands-on experience supporting fundraising and stewardship throughout the year, including the annual gala, Friends & Families Luncheon, Randy Allen Spring Golf Classic, Sporting Clays Tournament, Fort Bend Brunch, and other donor and fundraising events. The internship offers practical experience with fundraising, philanthropy, special event planning, donor relations, auction procurement, and the operations of a nonprofit organization. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and eager to learn in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Be a current college student or recent college graduate.
• Have strong writing and research abilities.
• Have knowledge of MS Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Be able to contact previous sponsors by phone and email.
• Have a desire to learn about fundraising and philanthropy.
• Have strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Research potential businesses for auction item donations for the annual gala.
• Solicit businesses for auction and raffle item donations by email and phone.
• Assist development staff with entering data into the Museum’s donor database.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external use.
• Assist development staff in planning donor events and other activities.
• Maintain donor files and other development materials.
• Attend department and staff meetings.
• Assist with mailings, filing, and special projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid internship
• The organization states that it invests in workforce health and well-being, trains and rewards talent, and develops leaders at all levels.

What This Job Offers

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