Indianapolis Zoo Spring Institutional Advancement Internship

Description

Recently named one of the Top 10 Non-Profit Internship programs in the United States by Vault*, the Indianapolis Zoo's Internship Program offers a unique opportunity for college students studying in the United States as well as recent graduates to become actively involved in the Zoo's conservation, research, education, and recreation efforts. Interns can enhance their knowledge and experience in various animal care and administrative roles.

Internships are open to current college students (who are at least at the junior level) studying in the United States, and recent graduates.

Interns work 20-40 hours per week for 12 consecutive weeks. Positions are experience-based and are therefore unpaid. The Zoo can assist with arrangements for housing and transportation upon request.

The deadline to apply for spring internships is November 10. To be considered, students need to submit an application form along with a cover letter, résumé, two letters of recommendation and a copy of transcripts. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as offers may be made before the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

For more information, contact Adam Garrett in Volunteer Services at agarrett@indyzoo.com or (317) 630-2041.

Responsibilities

Institutional Advancement Events Internship

The Institutional Advancement Department creates and implements the Indianapolis Zoo’s fundraising efforts. This internship position will provide a substantial experience in non–profit development and management, grant writing, events planning, researching donor prospects and solicitation strategizing, in addition to gaining valuable office experience working in one of the nation's top-ten zoos. Individuals with great attention to detail, previous experience with special events and team players are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

-Support the Zoo’s mission of empowering people and communities, both locally and globally, to advance animal conservation.

-Assist in planning donor stewardship and appreciation events and help staff with fundraising events.

-Assist with set up and teardown of all events and additional duties involved with event planning.

-Enter data into Raisers Edge database.

-Assist in creating strategies for soliciting donors for both annual and capital campaigns.

-Assist Prospect Research Manager in donor prospect research and prospect management.

-Assist with solicitation of silent auction items.

-Support department staff members with projects as assigned.

Qualifications

https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/jobs-volunteer/internships/

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