Intern, Fundraising (Summer 2024)

JOB DETAILS Job Location:   Wolf Trap HeadQuarters - Vienna, VA Position Type:   Intern/Apprentice Salary Range:   Undisclosed Job Category:   Development DESCRIPTION APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will not be considered after March 1. You must complete your application within three days of starting it for it to be processed. EXPECTED DURATION: 12 weeks (full-time; 35 hours/week) PAY RATE: $12/hour LOCATION: We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.  PHYSICAL DEMANDS: * Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time * Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.) * Occasionally required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms * Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently POSITION DESCRIPTION: Be an integral part of Wolf Trap’s fundraising department, working closely with the major gift and planned giving teams. You will participate in stewardship and cultivation events, assist with major gift solicitation strategy, and execution of personalized donor stewardship.  * Assist with preparation for cultivation and stewardship events for major donors, board members, and legacy donors * Research prospective funders * Manage donor and prospect information in donor database * Produce content for donor communication and My Wolf Trap, Wolf Trap’s members-only website * Assist with preparation of personalized gifts for major donors * Prepare gift receipts and acknowledgements REQUIREMENTS: * Strong computer skills (MS Word and Excel), experience with Raiser's Edge software is helpful but not necessary * Outstanding writing, communication, and interpersonal skills * Efficient organizational skills and ability to multitask * Exceptional customer service skills, creativity, and initiative For additional information, contact internships@wolftrap.org with questions. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr@wolftrap.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.  QUALIFICATIONS