Intern - Corporate Relations (Spring Quarter) * Seattle, WA * Internship * Unpaid Internship * Student (College) Share Spring Quarter 2019 Application Due Date: February 1, 2019 Title: Corporate Relations Unpaid Intern Department/Location: Development, SAM Downtown Staff Mentor: Institutional Giving Associate Learning Objectives: The Development Department is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to provide support for Seattle Art Museums Corporate Relations team, in addition to general support within the development department. Intern Tasks: Complete and mail membership packets for Corporate Partners Complete monthly renewal materials for Corporate Partners Coordinate and prepare sponsor summary reports Conduct donor prospect research, prepare solicitation materials, and follow-up by phone or email Update Corporate Partners donor lists Update and maintain accurate records in Raisers Edge (SAMs donor database) Other Raisers Edge projects as assigned Perform other administrative duties and support as needed including donor filing, mailings Expected time commitment: 12 hours flexible within Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm office hours with occasional evening donor events. Mid March to June 2019. Qualifications: Ability to manage a variety of projects simultaneously and to demonstrate strong time management skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality of donor giving histories and personal information. Willingness to assist with projects at all levels and to help within the department as needed. Ability to prioritize projects as needed and be self-motivated while working independently. Strong written and oral communication skills. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Interest in learning about fundraising, membership, or working in a museum or nonprofit arts environment. Ability to work with staff and volunteers in a professional manner on a variety of tasks. Ability to communicate effectively to staff, volunteers and public. Basic filing, typing and computer skills. Ability to ask for help and accept supervision and evaluation of your work. Abide by the Standards for Museum Volunteers/Interns as outlined in the Volunteer/Intern Packet. Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds Education: Working towards completing an AA, BA, MFA, MA, or some form of higher education in any discipline or a certificate program in an area of interest related to the museum. Application Requirements: * Application * Cover letter * Resume * Two letters of recommendation (may be submitted separately by the writer to * internships@seattleartmuseum.org) * Writing sample