Spring 2025 Fundraising Intern - Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Internship, Part-time
Hybrid
Intern Level
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and is seeking a Fundraising Intern in their Atlanta office. The intern will assist with data collection, donor outreach, and various resource development tasks to support refugee clients.
Responsibilities
- Provide data collection and research including tracking all forms of funding sources;
- Draft written materials for internal and external communications and prepare mass mailings;
- Assist with updating and maintaining IRC donor database;
- Research potential major donor prospects and assist with donor outreach and cultivation;
- Provide direct service to refugee clients as needed by the Volunteer Coordinator;
- Assist with other Resource Development needs such as donor management, external communications, and fundraising;
- Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and special staff development programs;
- Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard;
- Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
- An interest in international and refugee issues
- Effective communication and writing skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
- A strong desire to help people and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural setting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook and Excel
- Must submit intern hours on volunteer portal
- Must pass a background check
- Commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Preferred
- Prior experience in a non-profit setting a plus
- Prior relevant coursework preferred