Summer Associate - Atlantic Region

CCS Fundraising • Washington, DC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The ten-week internship program is designed to expose graduate-level students and/or recent graduates from undergraduate programs to different types of CCS projects through a rotational program with one to three clients. It is designed to offer a robust learning experience for individuals interested in impacting the nonprofit sector through a career in philanthropy and fundraising.
Associates will have the opportunity to participate in the ongoing development efforts of a CCS client, work on projects to further fundraising initiatives, and/or support business development operations. Summer associates will be directly supervised by a CCS consultant and will be in regular communication with CCS Executives. At the end of the program, each intern will present on key learnings to CCS Executives and team members.
Based upon performance, each associate also will be considered for a full-time employment offer.
UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE
Outstanding candidates bring a diverse background, an interest in philanthropy, and ambition to succeed in a rewarding career. The ideal candidate is a highly self-motivated and passionate individual who possesses fundraising experience or transferable skills in consulting, communications, marketing, and strategic planning.
We are looking for a dedicated professional who can:
Apply critical and strategic thinking to quickly identify the crux of a problem, question, or issue
Communicate clearly, concisely, and logically both verbally and in writing and is comfortable articulating strategies with a variety of audiences
Adopt an approach to any given situation and remain open-minded to new ideas
Thrive in a mission-oriented environment and is motivated by the idea of working across philanthropic sectors

Requirements

• Current enrollment in graduate-level program and/or recent graduates from undergraduate program
• Excellent quantitative analytical skills
• Keen business sense demonstrated in either a professional or academic environment
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff, volunteers, donors, and prospective donors
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Great storytelling skills and strong public speaking skills
• Philanthropic values and a commitment to service
• Strong work ethic, enthusiasm, and confidence
• Professional demeanor
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.
• Please submit a cover letter.

Responsibilities

• Developing work plans and materials for campaign planning studies and development assessments
• Conducting analysis of our clients through review of fundraising performance and interviews with organization's executives, volunteer leaders, and donors
• Preparing fundraising campaign materials, including strategic plans, operating materials, case statements, and major gift proposals
• Conducting in-depth prospect research
• Writing and delivering high-impact presentations and materials

Benefits

• CCS offers competitive benefits, a dynamic training program, resources, career advancement, mentoring, and networking opportunities.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage a diverse pool of candidates to apply.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern