About Childhood Cancer Society

Childhood Cancer Society (CCS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial and emotional support to families battling pediatric cancer. Through wish grants, direct family assistance, corporate partnerships, and high-impact fundraising events, we work to create extraordinary experiences for children and families facing some of life’s most difficult challenges.

Adventure Ted, our superhero spokesbear, represents our philosophy to “See the adventure in all that you do.”

We are seeking ambitious, resourceful, outgoing, and entrepreneurial students to join our team and gain hands-on experience in fundraising, corporate outreach, partnership development, and major event execution.

Internship Focus

This is a hands-on, results-oriented internship focused on developing the relationships, resources, and partnerships that make successful nonprofit fundraising events possible.

Interns will work directly with Childhood Cancer Society leadership to support major fundraising initiatives, including upscale charity golf outings, benefit dinners, auctions, and corporate giving campaigns in New Jersey and South Florida.

Rather than focusing primarily on social media management or content creation, interns will gain practical experience in business development, donor acquisition, sponsorship outreach, auction procurement, and event planning.

This position is ideal for students who enjoy networking, problem-solving, developing professional relationships, and turning ideas into measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Auction Development

• Research and identify businesses, brands, and organizations that may contribute products, services, gift certificates, experiences, or other items to fundraising auctions.

• Conduct professional outreach to prospective auction donors through email, phone calls, and other appropriate channels.

• Develop creative approaches to securing desirable auction packages, including travel experiences, golf outings, luxury goods, dining experiences, entertainment, and exclusive opportunities.

• Maintain relationships with prospective and confirmed donors, including follow-up communications and donation coordination.

• Assist with tracking auction contributions, donor information, and fundraising progress.

Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships

• Research prospective corporate sponsors and strategic partners whose interests align with Childhood Cancer Society’s mission and fundraising initiatives.

• Assist in developing customized sponsorship outreach and partnership proposals.

• Communicate with business owners, executives, marketing departments, and corporate decision-makers.

• Identify creative opportunities for companies to support Childhood Cancer Society through sponsorships, in-kind contributions, and other collaborative initiatives.

• Help maintain and strengthen relationships with existing organizational partners.

Fundraising Event Planning & Execution

• Support planning and coordination for charity golf outings, benefit dinners, auctions, and other fundraising experiences.

• Assist with identifying prospective event attendees, golfers, sponsors, and community supporters.

• Research venues, vendors, entertainment opportunities, and potential event partners.

• Collaborate with team members to develop strategies for maximizing participation, fundraising revenue, and event success.

• Assist with event logistics, donor recognition, communications, and organizational coordination.

Research, Outreach & Project Management

• Develop targeted prospect lists and customized outreach strategies.

• Draft professional emails, partnership invitations, sponsorship communications, and donor correspondence.

• Track outreach efforts, responses, commitments, and follow-up activities.

• Participate in regular team meetings and collaborate directly with organizational leadership.

• Take ownership of assigned fundraising and partnership projects, moving them from research through execution.

• Contribute creative ideas for expanding Childhood Cancer Society’s fundraising capabilities and community impact

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Interest in business development, fundraising, marketing, management, hospitality, event planning, or nonprofit leadership.

• Comfortable initiating professional conversations with businesses and organizations.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to manage responsibilities independently.

• Willingness to conduct proactive outreach and consistently follow up with prospective partners.

• Resourceful and persistent when working toward established goals.

• Comfortable working collaboratively in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.

• Passion for helping families affected by pediatric cancer.

Prior fundraising experience is not required. We value initiative, professionalism, creativity, and a willingness to learn.

• Fundraising

• Business Development

• Corporate Partnerships

• Sponsorship Development

• Event Planning & Management

• Auction Procurement

• Donor Relations

• Professional Networking

• Sales & Outreach

• Relationship Management

• Corporate Communications

• Research & Prospecting

• Negotiation

• Project Management

• Strategic Marketing

• Written & Verbal Communication

What You’ll Gain

This internship offers practical experience in the business and relationship-building side of nonprofit fundraising.

Interns will have opportunities to:

• Work directly with nonprofit leadership on major fundraising initiatives.

• Develop experience approaching businesses, corporate executives, and prospective donors.

• Learn how sponsorships, fundraising auctions, and philanthropic partnerships are developed and secured.

• Build professional communication, networking, negotiation, and business development skills.

• Contribute to real fundraising campaigns with measurable outcomes.

• Gain exposure to the planning and execution of upscale charity events.

• Develop professional relationships and experiences relevant to future careers in business, marketing, event management, nonprofit leadership, and corporate partnerships.

Interns who successfully complete the four-month internship and satisfy their deliverable requirements will be eligible for a letter of recommendation from Childhood Cancer Society Founder & CEO Tommy Head.

Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in students who enjoy taking initiative and making things happen.

You might be a great fit if you enjoy meeting new people, communicating with businesses, developing creative solutions, and pursuing opportunities that require persistence and follow-through.

The strongest candidates won’t simply wait for assignments. They will be excited to take on challenges such as identifying potential donors, securing auction contributions, developing corporate relationships, and helping bring fundraising initiatives to life.

This is not primarily a social media or content creation internship. While communication and marketing skills are valuable, the central focus is building partnerships, securing fundraising support, and contributing to successful charitable events.

If you’re interested in gaining real-world experience in business development, corporate relations, fundraising, or event management while supporting an important cause, we encourage you to apply.

At Childhood Cancer Society (CCS), a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit, we provide essential support to families facing the trials of pediatric cancer. Our origin traces back to a teenager's resolve to amplify family support after his own childhood health challenges. Today, CCS commits to delivering hope, emotional reinforcement, and financial aid to ensure no child endures the journey of cancer treatment alone.

Embodying our ethos of perseverance and optimism is Adventure Ted, our superhero teddy bear and official spokes-bear. He embodies the courage found in adventures, guiding children and families to maintain a positive outlook by embracing his motto: "See the adventure in all that you do." CCS not only strives to alleviate the burden of childhood cancer but also to infuse this challenging journey with a sense of adventure and possibility.