Development Intern

SUMMARY The Development Intern supports the fundraising and donor engagement efforts of Center for Transforming Lives by assisting in the planning and execution of initiatives that advance the agency’s mission to move women and children from poverty to prosperity. This position offers hands-on experience in nonprofit development, event logistics, donor relations, and community engagement. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist in the coordination and execution of two large-scale signature events—one in the spring and one in the fall—including logistics, guest communications, and day-of event support. 
• Support monthly small-scale donor and volunteer engagement events, including preparation of materials, setup, registration, and follow-up. 
• Provide general administrative support to the Development team as needed. 
• Assist in the detailed planning and coordination of fundraising and giving society events, including logistics, timelines, and day-of execution. 
• Support efforts for events including content creation, email campaigns, social media promotion, and print materials ensuring brand consistency and mission alignment across materials and experiences. 
• Help maintain event records, guest lists, sponsorship tracking, and donor activation. 
• Conduct research on potential sponsors, vendors, and community partners. 
• Support data entry and post-event follow-up, including acknowledgements. 
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Development team’s goals. 

Qualifications 

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, or related field. 
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. 
• Familiar with donor databases such as Bloomerang is a plus. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Canva. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. 
• A collaborative spirit, learning posture, high emotional intelligence, and a deep belief in Center for Transforming Lives’ mission to create lasting change for women and children. 

Learning Opportunities 

• Direct experience in nonprofit fundraising and event coordination. 
• Exposure to donor relations, communications, and volunteer engagement strategies. 
• Insight into the structure and operations of a leading human services organization. 
• Professional mentorship from an experienced development team. 

Schedule and Compensation 

• Flexible schedule (approximately 10 hours per week) 
• Some evening or weekend hours may be required for events. 
• Interns are paid a competitive hourly rate.