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Organization: Common Cents Reports to: Development and External Relations Associate Last day to apply: When positions are filled Start date: January 2009 Overview: Common Cents is seeking dynamic college grad students and/or very experienced undergrad students to support our fundraising and marketing efforts. Background Information: Common Cents is a New York City-based not-for-profit educational organization, which specializes in creating and managing service-learning programs for young people. Our most popular and best known program is the Penny Harvest, the largest child philanthropy program in the United States. Position Description: As a member of the Development and External Relations team, intern(s) will work closely on the fundraising, external relations, and communications initiatives of Common Cents for a minimum of twenty hours per week. Interns will work on unique projects, including: • Assist in the writing and mailing of thank you notes and fundraising appeals. • Aiding in the research and creation of proposals for funding • Providing administrative help including: maintaining files, database entry, and coordination of mailings and special events • Research funding sources including foundations, corporations and individuals and assist in the maintenance of established donor relationships. • Aiding the production of program materials, as well as promotional products for the organization • Communicating with the NYC school system, local news media and print outlets • Help with media and public relations efforts. • Assist in developing the organization’s Internet communications strategy and developing a marketing plan to expand the organization’s online presence • Assist with branding and identity initiatives for the not-for-profit • Aid in the creation of the Common Cents Alumni Network. • Other task as needed by the department Qualifications: We are seeking highly motivated, capable and reliable interns, preferably with an interest in pursuing a career in development and/or marketing, and the non-profit sector. Interns should possess: • A high level of computer proficiency • Experience with a relational donor database, preferably Donor Perfect • Strong written communication skills • Strong research skills. Previous experience in grant research a plus. • Superior time and task management • The ability to work independently on projects while meeting deadlines • A strategic and creative approach to solving problems • A sense of humor and willingness to work as a team Graduate and undergraduate students who are studying public affairs, non-profit management, marketing, communications, or public administration are encouraged to apply. Commitment: Approximately 20 hours a week. Special consideration will be given to candidates who can commit to interning over the semester and into the summer but a semester internship (January-May) is also possible. Compensation: Interns will receive a stipend based on the number of days available and the length of internship. To apply: Submit resume and cover letter, with the subject “Development and External Relations Intern,” to interns@commoncents.org. |
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