Major Gifts Donor Outreach Summer Intern - Save the Children

Location:	US - CT - Westport Home Office
Division:	Resource Development
Description
Save the Children   Summary The Major Gifts Department is looking for an energetic student to help with focused telephone outreach to support the cultivation and stewardship of mid-level Special Gift donors (individuals, foundations, corporations and sponsors) through acknowledgements, reports and research and review of data to maintain integrity of donor group. The volunteer will also assist with research and review of donor data through internal and external programs to maintain the integrity of the donor group and better communicate with the Special Gifts donors. Responsibilities Support and personalize outreach to Special Gifts donors through hand-written acknowledgment notes to donors Support personal mailings, emails and phone calls to donors Support problem resolution with donor contributions and other donor-related projects as needed    Requirements Excellent organizational, written, oral communications and listening skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to prioritize/good time management and project management skills Possess strong written skills, solid interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Must be eligible to work in the U.S. Must be enrolled in a relevant undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate academic program Must be able to receive credit from their college or institution. (A minimum requirement is a letter from a professor supporting the candidate. This is only needed when an internship is offered.) Please attach resume and cover letter to your application To receive full consideration, applications must be received by March 31st 2013. Classification           Unpaid Intern               Part-time:  20 hours/week   Dates:  June 3, 2013 to August 9, 2013                Save the Children does NOT provide housing or transportation   Save the Children Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters.   Apply Online