Membership and Development Intern

Title:   Membership and Development Intern

Supervisor: Membership and Development Operations Manager

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

The Membership and Development Intern will assist the department in Non-Profit Management, Development and Fundraising.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparation of proposals to companies and foundations
• Learn the details of membership recruitment through direct mail and visitor
• interaction
• Maintain the database, including creating and updating records and performing data entry functions.
• Perform research on current and potential funding sources
• Participate in meetings and compile information for development staff about prospects
• Assist in the planning and implementation of member and special events
• May work on Membership Board of Director committee with the Department head
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled in an accredited college program and have completed sophomore year
• Have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Enrolled in non-profit management or a related major
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Interest in learning the details of fundraising for  national battlefield preservation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel
• Database experience or accounting experience a plus

To apply, complete an application and email to Sheri Grim, Manager of Human Resources at sgrim@gettysburgfoundation.org.