Trust for the National Mall Internship (Various Focus Areas Available)

Term: September 2 - December 12, flexible

Expectation: 15-20 hours per week

Work Location: Hybrid work environment, with at least 2 days / week in office, 1717 Pennsylvania Ave NW

Compensation: $18/hr

To apply:

Please submit a resume, transcript, and cover letter to express interest in this position.

Description:

Interns at the Trust for the National Mall support the implementation of the Trust's goals and strategies by serving in one or more of the following focus areas: Philanthropy Operations, Philanthropy Research, and Public Engagement Programs. Interns will gain an understanding of the complex operations of a small nonprofit and will have the opportunity to participate in diverse projects while learning and gaining skills to support their career aspirations. While the focus areas give an overview of projects, incumbents may support work from other focus areas as interested and available.

Intern Focus Areas:

1. Philanthropy Operations: Working closely with the Philanthropy Operations team, the Philanthropy Operations Intern will support the day-to-day fundraising activities of the Philanthropy team. This internship will provide an opportunity to gain broad exposure to nonprofit fundraising. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and interested in learning about nonprofit development. Although Training in Salesforce and prospect research will be provided, prior research and/or data management experience, as well as knowledge of Microsoft Office, is preferred.
   1. Responsibilities: Donor research and prospecting, supporting data entry and hygiene in Salesforce, special events assistance, donor stewardship/correspondence support.
2. Philanthropy Research: Working closely with the Philanthropy Operations team, the Philanthropy Research Intern will support the day-to-day research needs of the Philanthropy team. This internship will provide an opportunity to build a background in research and prospect identification, gain familiarity with a variety of research tools, and gain experience with information analysis, synthesis, and communication for broad audiences, including frontline fundraisers and leadership. Training in Salesforce and prospect research will be provided, but prior research and/or data management experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office is preferred.
3. Public Engagement Programs: The Public Engagement Programs Intern will work with the teams on covering "on the Mall" needs, specifically providing visitor services and supporting volunteers at the US Park Police Horse Stables and Education Center, Lockkeeper's House, and other priority sites across the Mall. The Fall 2025 Public Engagement Programs intern will have a special focus on university student engagement in the National Mall Volunteer Program, building meaningful connections with local schools and improving the student volunteer experience across the National Mall.
   1. Responsibilities: supporting the execution of public programs; staffing Trust priority sites on the National Mall including the US Park Police Horse Stables and Education Center and the Lockkeeper's House; engaging local universities in National Mall volunteer opportunities, through outreach and ongoing student support; creating volunteer program communications; assessing and outlining opportunities to improve the student volunteer experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current college student or within 1 year of graduating
• Able to commit at least 15 hours / week during normal office hours (Monday - Friday). Occasional weekend or evening availability will be required.
• Able to work in person at the Trust for the National Mall offices at least 2 day per week
• Able to work independently, take initiative, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office applications
• Strong connection to the Trust for the National Mall mission, our National Parks, and your preferred focus area

Applications for this position will close after four weeks or once 75 applications are received, whichever comes first.