Development Internship

Americans United for Separation of Church and State (AU) seeks a Development Intern to assist the Development department in its national fundraising efforts. The Development Intern will report to the Senior Director of Development and work with the development team to support the organization's ongoing fundraising efforts. Activities include but are not limited to all areas of Development management, such as donor stewardship, major gift donor and foundation research, and development operations. Interns have the opportunity to meet and learn from staff across the organization, including communications, policy, and legal departments. The Development Intern will connect with and learn alongside a cohort of summer interns working in various departments at AU. All interns also have the opportunity to be published on AU's Wall of Separation blog. The Development Intern will be responsible for a variety of tasks in support of the department, including but not limited to: Maintaining prospect and donor files Uploading donor briefings and bios to EA record, Sharepoint Conducting donor research (Google search, Wealth Engine, Foundation Directory Online, and EveryAction, etc.) Assisting in identifying donor prospects Offering support for donor events Drafting letters and emails Updating AU's database as needed Assisting other department tasks as needed The strongest candidates will be able to demonstrate a commitment to the separation of religion and government, be responsible and hard-working on a remote and virtual environment, and be excited to work with diverse staff and supporters, and have some or all of these skills: Writing concisely and persuasively Meeting deadlines and communicating about progress Organized and eager to learn new skills Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Google Drive,Familiar with or can be easily trained on EA, Sharepoint

Americans United for Separation of Church and State is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit educational and advocacy organization that brings together people of all religions and none to protect the right of everyone to believe as they want — and stop anyone from using their beliefs to harm others. We fight in the courts, legislatures, and the public square for freedom without favor and equality without exception.