POSITION AVAILABLE: Development Intern (Washington, DC)
REPORTS TO: Development Department
RESPONSIBILITIES: Common Cause is seeking a Development Intern with excellent research, writing, technical, organizational, and analytical skills to assist in fundraising efforts for national and state based programs. The intern will support Common Cause's Development department in the areas of foundation grants, major donors, membership, and special events. NOTE: This is an unpaid internship; however, you will be provided a SmarTrip that covers the cost to and from work.
Conduct prospect research and write summary papers on individuals and foundations using Internet research tools. Attention to wealth capacity and philanthropic inclination is critical. Assist in the production of letters to donors and Foundation funders which includes managing Excel spreadsheets, mailing letters, and maintaining files. Provide support for events, which may include tracking RSVP's, providing research, helping with logistics of event planning, and on-site assistance, and assisting with follow-up to attendees. Support on other fundraising activities as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS: Proficiency with Microsoft Office as well as basic administrative skills; Strong writing and research skills; Attention to detail is necessary; Familiarity with fundraising is a plus.
ABOUT COMMON CAUSE: Common Cause is a nonpartisan nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1970 by John Gardner as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process and to hold their elected leaders accountable to the public interest. Now with nearly 300,000 members and supporters and 36 state organizations, Common Cause remains committed to honest, open and accountable government, as well as encouraging citizen participation in democracy.
Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.
