About the role#
The Empire Center for Public Policy is looking for a development intern to join their team. You will work closely with the President and Director of Operations in a small team environment. This position provides the chance to learn directly from senior leadership at a free market think tank focused on New York policy.
What you'll do#
- Create development materials.
- Build and improve automations for development processes.
- Assist with applications for funding.
- Support donor and prospect research and cultivation.
What you'll need#
- You are an undergraduate, graduate, or law student, or a recent graduate.
- You are authorized to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- This is a paid internship for the Winter 2027 term.
- The role is available on a full-time basis.
- You may work remotely or in-person at the office in Albany, New York.
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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