About the role#
The Development Intern will support the development team at Campaign Legal Center during the spring of 2027. This role offers an opportunity to learn how a nonpartisan public interest nonprofit raises funds to support litigation and policy advocacy. You will report to the Senior Manager of Data and Analytics and work closely with the development team to gain insight into fundraising principles.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research on prospective donors and develop in-depth profiles.
- Create background memos for donor meetings and events.
- Assist with administrative tasks and data entry to maintain record integrity.
- Create emails for campaigns within Raiser’s Edge NXT.
- Provide support for events as needed.
- Join internal meetings and meet one-on-one with staff to discuss the organization's work.
What you'll need#
- Completed at least two years of undergraduate coursework.
- Experience with MS Excel and some technical inclination.
- Interest in fundraising, research, or the field of democracy.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Ability to learn quickly and take initiative to understand new processes.
- Professional demeanor when working with senior staff and donors.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC (Dupont Circle office).
- Modality: Hybrid. You must work in person for several hours per week.
- Term: Winter 2027 (spring semester), spanning three to four months.
- Schedule: Part-time, 10-15 hours per week. Preference is given to candidates available on Friday mornings. Flexible scheduling is available to accommodate class obligations.
About Campaign Legal Center
Campaign Legal Center is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC. Founded in 2002, the group focuses on voting rights, campaign finance, and government ethics. It employs 102 people to support its work in litigation and policy advocacy. The organization aims to remove barriers to democratic participation for voters affected by race or economic status.
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