Communications & Development Internship

Fall 2021

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Amirah is seeking a highly motivated individual with a passion for its mission to join the development team. This individual will assist in managing development and fundraising campaigns, communications, and Amirah's public education programs. This is a remote internship. 

 

Reporting to the Chief Impact Officer, this internship will provide exposure to the internal management of a nonprofit, including event planning, data management, research, fundraising, constituent relations, and communications. The ideal candidate will display superb verbal and written communication skills.

 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the planning and execution of Amirah’s communications, fundraising, and public education activities

• Work in collaboration with the Amirah team to run small and mid-scale events

• Conduct research on upcoming events, prospects, best practices, and related items as assigned

• Assist in crafting communication messages and managing social media

• Assist with tracking donor communications, such as gift acknowledgement letters, solicitation, and stewardship correspondence

• Work with the Chief Impact Officer and volunteers to execute fundraising campaigns

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Computer literacy

• Familiarity with best practices in communications

• Demonstrated research and analytical skills

• 1-2 years experience in customer relations, event planning, communications, or a related field preferred, but not required

• A joyful, teachable, and collaborative attitude

• Valid driver's license

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TIME COMMITMENT

The Communications & Development Intern will complete a minimum of 10-15 hours of work per week, to be determined in advance with the Chief Impact Officer. Full time internships are available. At this time, all hours are completed remotely/virtually.

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DISCLAIMER

This is not a paid internship with Amirah.

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All resumes and cover letters can be emailed to mspeta@amirahinc.org.