Development Events Internship Cheekwood 2 reviews - Nashville, TN 37205
Internship Description: The Cheekwood Development Department internship
is designed to expose the university student to membership and
individual, corporate and foundation giving, with a specific focus on
development events. Recent graduates will also be considered. Interns
will assist the development department in daily functions. Key
responsibilities include: * Assist staff with preparation and execution
of major fundraiser and development events. * Conduct research on top
prospects or grant opportunities * Assist with the execution of
cultivation and fulfillment events for top donors and members * Draft
fundraising communications copy * Prepare management tracking materials
- Complete a semester long project tailored to intern goals and
department needs Qualifications: Interns must be at least 18. Experience
in the following areas is preferred: * Arts and culture institutions *
Research * Museum services * Customer service Hours/Time Commitment:
Time commitment is 6-12 weeks with a minimum of 15 hours weekly, with a
total minimum of 90 hours during the internship. All interns are
required to record their service hours through our online Volunteer
Information Center (VIC). Compensation: This position is unpaid.
Students are encouraged to seek academic credit from their institution.
Cheekwood will work with students to complete all required paperwork and
documentation. Interns are responsible for their housing, meals, and
travel expenses. All interns receive free admission to events, discounts
in Cheekwoods restaurant and gift shop on their days of service, and two
individual admission passes to Cheekwood to share with friends and
family. Application Requirements: Interested applicants should submit a
letter of interest with desired internship and semester, a resume, and a
list of 3 references, at least 1 academic. Please submit all
applications to Haley Combs at hcombs@cheekwood.org . Accepted interns
will be required to undergo a background check. Please submit all
applications to Haley Combs at hcombs@cheekwood.org by May 4, 2018.
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