Advancement Internship

Description

The Mind & Life Institute operates as a nonprofit organization thanks to the charitable contributions of individuals and foundations at varying levels. Charitable contributions are the source of more than 90% of Mind & Life’s budget. The Advancement Intern would work with the Director of Advancement and the Advancement Team who are responsible for donor research, stewardship & cultivation, securing major gifts, corporate and foundation grants, individual giving, and planned giving. Interns may earn a stipend for their service.

Job Duties

Important/Critical Activities:

• Researching and writing proposals for grant applications
• Conducting in-depth research about grant applications, organizations, and individual donor prospects.
• Maintaining organizational database with all information corresponding to donations, grant funding, and giving pipeline
• Timely and professional communication with recent donors via phone calls, emails, and preparing digital letters.

Professional Development:

Advancement interns will have the opportunity to:

• Gain experience in many areas of philanthropic giving with real world applications and practice.
• Advance writing and communication skills.
• Gain experience working in a nonprofit setting and as a member of a team.
• Form professional connections and learn from the dynamic Mind & Life staff and its global community of scholars, scientists and contemplatives.
• Explore contemplative practice for personal and professional development.

Skills Required

Qualifications:

• Technical proficiency using Mac OS, Google Apps, and Excel
• Professional communication with donors via email and phone.
• Close attention to detail and quality of large datasets
• Desire to gain experience in nonprofit philanthropy
• Preferred: Basic understanding of relational database design and functionality
• Preferred: Some experience in administrative role

Work Schedule

Schedule: 10hrs/week during the Academic Year; up to 20hrs/week over Summer

Supervisor: Director of Advancement