Development Intern

Baxter Community Center is looking for a self-motivated, energetic intern to join our Development Team next semester! We have been providing programming and services to the Baxter neighborhood for over 50 years, including a nationally accredited Child Development Center, Marketplace food and clothing pantry, as well as health programs like fitness classes and gardening workshops. We’re looking to fill a part-time internship position in the Development Department. Baxter offers a positive working environment and hands-on experience in the eTapestry database system, Canva, MailChimp, and grant writing. 

Job Summary: The Development Intern is supervised by the Development Director and will gain real world skills in communication, donor engagement, and event planning. 

Employment Status: Part-time, Stipend, and Available for academic credit 

Job Functions:

• Database maintenance: complete eTapestry training courses, maintain/update donor profiles 
• Donor relations: send outreach mailings to donors by utilizing Microsoft Word and Excel
• Fund development: research new opportunities for funding, draft grant applications
• Professional development: attend Development Team meetings and relevant webinars
• Marketing: draft newsletters for community and donor outreach in Canva
• Event planning: assist in event planning and coordination of sponsorship requests 

Essential Competencies Required:

Culturally Competent

Flexible/Resilient

Ability to Multi-Task

Knowledge, skills, & abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written

Ability to work well independently and in a team

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel 

Detail oriented and ability to prioritize

Strong writing and research skills preferred

Minimum Required Education and Experience: 

Seeking candidate majoring in Communications, English, Public Relations, Public and/or Non-profit Administration