Fall 2023 Fundraising Intern
Support fundraising and donor outreach efforts.
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Overview
Support fundraising and donor outreach efforts.
You have:
- An interest in international and refugee issues.
- Effective communication and writing skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects.
- A strong desire to help people and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural setting.
- Prior experience in a non-profit setting a plus.
- Prior relevant coursework preferred.
- Provide data collection and research including tracking all forms of funding sources; - Draft written materials for internal and external communications and prepare mass mailings; - Proofread and edit letters of intent and grant proposals; - Assist with updating and maintaining IRC donor database; - Research potential major donor prospects and assist with donor outreach and cultivation; - Provide direct service to refugee clients as needed by the Volunteer Coordinator; - Assist with other Resource Development needs such as donor management, external communications, and fundraising; - Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and special staff development programs.
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS:
- An interest in international and refugee issues; - Effective communication and writing skills; - Strong attention to detail; - Excellent organizational skills; - Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects; - A strong desire to help people and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural setting; - Prior experience in a non-profit setting a plus; - Prior relevant coursework preferred.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to communicate effectively in a challenging situation? | This question assesses your communication skills and ability to handle difficult interactions. | Provide a brief overview of the situation, your actions, and the positive outcome. |
| What motivated you to apply for this internship in fundraising? | The interviewer wants to understand your passion and commitment to the field. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple deadlines? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a project where you had to show creativity? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach building relationships with potential donors? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
rescue.org
