Summer 2023 Fundraising Intern

Assist with fundraising efforts and client interactions

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Overview

Assist with fundraising efforts and client interactions

You have:

  • 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
  • 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

- Help clients to receive in-kind goods; - Receive and organize in-kind donations; - Track donations in multiple databases; - Assist with outreach and recruitment efforts to community groups, students, and other organizations; - Provide direct service to clients as needed by the Development Assistant or Refugee Resource Associate; - Assist with donations pickup as needed; - Assist with other Resource Development needs such as volunteer recruitment, external communications, and fundraising; - Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and special staff development programs.

Qualifications - 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.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to communicate effectively in a team setting? This question assesses your communication skills and your ability to work collaboratively. Provide a specific example and focus on what role you played within the team.
Tell us about a project that required strong organizational skills. How did you keep track of everything? The interviewer wants to gauge your organizational ability and attention to detail. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach problem-solving when faced with unexpected challenges? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in a multi-cultural setting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you share any previous experiences you have had in non-profit work or volunteer settings? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 3 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org