Advancement Office Intern- Summer
Advancement Office Intern- Summer
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Job Description
Job Title: Advancement Office Intern
Department: Advancement Development and Marketing
Reports To: Director Corporate and Foundation Relations
Are you interested in being a nonprofit leader Want to learn how to secure important funds for an organization with a powerful mission Then this is the opportunity for you:
Handson experience in nonprofit development and fundraising.
Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
Opportunity to learn and develop skills in grant writing and donor research.
Networking opportunities within the nonprofit sector.
Location: Rogerson Communities 1 Florence Street Roslindale MA 02131 ;
Duration : Summer 2025
Job Type: Paid Internship
Position Overview:
The Advancement Office Intern will play a crucial role in supporting the organizations development efforts. This position focuses on cleaning and managing the donor database conducting research and prospecting potential donors and assisting with grant writing. Additional opportunities are available based on the interns interests.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Database Management:
Clean and update the donor database to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Organize donor records update contact information and remove duplicate entries.
Assist in the implementation of database enhancements and improvements.
2. Research and Prospecting:
Conduct research on potential individual corporate and foundation donors.
Identify and qualify new prospects through various research methods and tools.
Maintain detailed records of prospect research and interactions.
3. Grant Writing Assistance:
Learn the fundamentals of grant writing and the grant application process.
Assist in drafting reviewing and editing grant proposals.
Compile and organize supporting documentation for grant submissions.
Gain experience working with an AI submission tool
4. General Support:
Assist with special events fundraising campaigns and other development activities as needed.
Collaborate with the Advancement team on various projects and initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the organizations goals.
Qualifications:
Interest in nonprofit development and fundraising.
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program preferably in a related field
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).
Experience with database management (e.g. Bloomerang) is a plus. Ability to conduct thorough and accurate research.
Application Instructions:
To apply please submit your resume cover letter and any relevant writing samples to Kelly Knox In your cover letter please explain your interest in nonprofit development and how this internship aligns with your career goals.
About Rogerson Communities
Rogerson Communities is on the cutting edge of developing and managing affordable housing for older adults in the greater Boston area and beyond. With a commitment to providing affordable safe and stable homes for the aging population Rogerson leads in the commitment to being part of the housing solution. Through focus groups and individual interviews Rogerson ensures its housing developments are aligned with the needs and desires of older adults. Each property is designed to not just provide shelter but to provide a vibrant welcoming home atmosphere with ample opportunity for selfcare building community and connecting residents to external needs such as medical care and affordable cultural events.
Rogerson takes a leadership role in advocating for local state and national policies that furthers its goal to ensure every older person is afforded the opportunity to age in place for as long as possible regardless of their financial status. The CEO/President of Rogerson Communities is the Chair of the Board for LeadingAge Massachusetts and the Treasurer of the National LeadingAge. LeadingAge is a community of nonprofit aging service providers and other missiondriven organizations serving older adults. LeadingAge is the trusted voice for aging and envision an America that values older adults and those who serve them.
Rogerson Communities is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
