Fundraising and Development Internship

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support with marketing and communication as needed.
• Social media and online fundraising: assisting with social media campaigns and online fundraising efforts by creating content, monitoring engagement, and analyzing results.
• Aid in writing and editing newsletter articles.
• Assist in the preparation of grant proposals, including researching potential grant opportunities, drafting sections of proposals, and gathering necessary documentation.
• Support efforts to cultivate relationships with potential donors through outreach activities such as phone calls, thank you cards, emails, and networking events.
• Design and complete projects based on personal interest and organizational need.
• Perform other general duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• A positive attitude.
• Detail-oriented.
• Creative problem-solver.
• Interest in and passion for the Read Better Be Better vision and mission.
• Interest in communications, organizational development, and the nonprofit sector.
• Willingness to seek opportunities to develop and grow the Read Better Be Better vision and mission within the community.
• Willingness to conduct themselves in accordance with organizational values.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Willing and able to learn quickly.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Strong writing skills.
• Enrollment in/having a relevant degree program preferred (i.e. marketing, public relations, nonprofit management, journalism, etc.).
• Foundational knowledge of public relations, social media, and digital content management.
• Understanding of the following platforms and applications: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint), Salesforce, and Slack; Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn; Canva, Adobe Suites.

Learning & Professional Development Opportunities

Excellent role for aspiring professionals interested in communications, fundraising, and non-profit work.

Work Environment

Office, in-person; possible option for hybrid.

Position Type

This internship is unpaid.

Program Duration

Internship positions are meant to be short-term and based around academic semesters and last for 3-4 months. We offer: Spring, Summer, and Fall positions.

Application & Screening Process

• Applications are submitted via the online internship portal.
• Phone screen.
• In-person interview.

Why Intern with Read Better Be Better

• Make a Positive Impact: Contribute to a nonprofit dedicated to education equity and empowering young leaders in our community.
• Learn and Grow: Gain meaningful, hands-on experience with real projects while receiving guidance, feedback, and mentorship from RBBB staff.
• Professional Development: Build transferable skills in communication, teamwork, and leadership while exploring career pathways in nonprofit and community-based work.
• Resume Ready: Strengthen your portfolio with projects and tools relevant to your field, preparing you for future opportunities.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values kindness, excellence, and creating positive change together.

Accessibility & Inclusion

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to participate fully in volunteer service. Please contact hr@readbetterbebetter.org with any questions or requests.

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