Development Intern
Development (Fundraising) Intern
Organization: Mariners Inn Human Services
Department: Development
Reports to: Fundraising Manager
Location: On-site / Hybrid
Hours: 10–20 hours per week
Duration: Summer, Winter or Semester-based Internship
Compensation: Unpaid / Academic Credit
Position Overview
Mariners Inn Human Services is seeking a Development Intern to support fundraising efforts and donor engagement activities. This role provides hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor prospecting, and campaign support, while working closely with the Fundraising Manager and Development team.
This internship is well suited for individuals interested in nonprofit development, philanthropy, or human services.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with donor and prospect research to support fundraising initiatives
- Help prepare materials for fundraising campaigns, including appeals, emails, and donor acknowledgments
- Support planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns
- Maintain and update donor and prospect records in the organization’s database
- Assist with tracking fundraising activity and preparing reports
- Provide administrative support to the Development team as needed
Learning Opportunities
- Nonprofit fundraising strategy and donor stewardship
- Donor research and prospect development
- Fundraising events and campaign execution
- Data management and reporting in a development setting
Qualifications
- Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate, in nonprofit management, communications, business, marketing, public administration, or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Detail‑oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workplace
Interest in nonprofit fundraising and mission‑driven work