Save the Harbor/Save the Bay is led by a broad group of civic, corporate, cultural, and community leaders as well as citizens and scientists whose shared mission is to:
- restore and protect Boston Harbor and Massachusetts Bay
- reconnect our citizens, our communities and especially our young people to the sea
- ensure the balanced development of a world-class waterfront for everyone to enjoy
Position Description: The intern will work primarily on development work and will assist in a variety of other projects ranging from program support to communications. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone interested in learning about employment in the non-profit sector, as our interns have the opportunity to explore many facets of managing a far-reaching, successful non-profit organization. Intern hours are flexible, though a commitment of 15 or more hours a week is preferred.
Job Tasks will include:
- Fundraising/Development: Identify and research new potential funders, update and maintain database and other records. Assist in writing grant proposals and follow up with thank you letters to funders.
- Communications: Assist in compiling information about Save the Harbor's programs and use this information to write reports, press releases, and components of grant proposals.
- Program Support: Aid other staff in coordinating events including local and regional meetings and special events on the harbor and beaches.
- Administrative Support: Help support the office team by providing administrative work such as organizing and filing materials and answering phones.
Qualifications:
- Excellent writing and communications skills
- Attention to detail, accuracy
- Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet searches
Compensation: Save the Harbor/Save the Bay does not provide stipends for internships, but will work closely with students to see that the internship meets credit requirements. You need not be a student to apply. This position is 15-30 hours a week depending on availability, and is located at our office on Fish Pier in South Boston.
We are looking for applicants for spring semester internship positions to begin in January and end in May.
Location:
212 Northern Avenue, Suite 304 W
Boston, Massachusetts, 02210, United States
