Development Intern
The Development Department is seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented intern with a keen interest in fundraising and research. This internship is an excellent opportunity for a college or graduate student to gain first-hand professional experience in a museum, with introductions to membership, major gifts, and grant writing. The ideal candidate is an individual with a passion for museums and the ability to think creatively in a bustling cultural institution.
| Department: | Development |
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| Reports to: | Deputy Director of Development and Assistant to the Deputy Director of Development |
| Date posted: | October 18, 2018 |
| FLSA Status: | Unpaid Internship |
| Schedule: | Flexible; Minimum 10 hours per week |
Responsibilities:
- Researching museum donors and gift histories, helping us make connections to future institutional fundraising goals
- Creating an organized system for disseminating the researched data on an institutional level
- Occasional miscellaneous projects, as assigned
Requirements:
- Excellent communication, written, and organizational skills
- Positive, can-do attitude with a creative stride
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Thorough knowledge of Word and Excel
- Interest in learning about fundraising in a major New York City cultural institution
- Ability to communicate and work with staff of all levels
- Passion for museums
- Ability to respect matters of confidentiality
- B.A./B.S. or M.A. candidate
Please submit resume, cover letter and internship application to:
Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128
The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.