About the role#
The Illinois Policy Institute is looking for a development intern to support fundraising and external relations. You will work with the development team on donor research, event planning, and CRM maintenance. This role is a fit for those interested in nonprofit leadership, public policy, and relationship-driven work.
What you'll do#
- Research donors and prospects to help gift officers with their strategy.
- Prepare materials for donor meetings and handle follow-up communications.
- Manage data entry, gift acknowledgments, and CRM maintenance.
- Coordinate roundtables, donor briefings, and fundraising events.
- Draft and edit reports and impact updates for donors.
- Join team meetings and help with development strategy projects.
- Assist the External Relations team with daily tasks.
What you'll need#
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Professionalism, discretion, and a focus on high-quality work.
- Interest in business, nonprofit development, communications, or public policy.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with Salesforce.
- A self-starter mindset and willingness to learn.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Status: Paid, part-time internship.
About Stand Together
Stand Together is a non-profit organization based in Arlington, Virginia. It supports a network of partners including educators, business leaders, and activists to address social issues such as education and economic opportunity. The organization provides funding and operational resources to help these partners scale their work. It employs 826 people and operates within the non-profit sector.
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