Foundations & Government Relations Development Intern
Japan Society's Foundation & Government Relations team seeks applicants for a Spring 2023 fundraising and development internship. This is an excellent opportunity to gain an introductory experience in institutional fundraising and nonprofit management at an internationally-recognized nonprofit cultural organization. The intern will assist with various tasks including, but not limited to:
- Digitization of department archives
- Research and reporting on current and prospective foundation and government funders
- Supporting proposal development for foundation and government grant opportunities including formatting, copy-editing, writing, and brainstorming
- Assisting with funder relationship management including letter-writing and additional communications
- Assisting team members with systems and database management
- Completing general administrative tasks as needed.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate should:
- Be available to work in our Midtown Manhattan office
- Be detail and deadline oriented
- Have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced (virtual) environment
- Be a competent and confident writer
- Have basic computer skills (experience with Excel, Raiser’s Edge a plus)
- Have a demonstrated ability to collaborate well in remote and diverse team settings
- Have a sincere commitment to diversity, equity, access, and inclusion
- Maintain an interest in Japan or Japanese culture
- Be interested in nonprofits, fundraising, arts administration/museum management, international relations
Time frame and details:
- Spring Semester 2023 (January 5 – May 19 with the possibility of extension)
- 16-20 hours (2-2.5 days) per week
Learning/professional opportunities:
- Gain first-hand experience in nonprofit fundraising and management
- Earn academic credit (if approved by your college/university)
- Receive recommendation letter from supervising team member (upon request after successful completion of internship)
While internships are unpaid, Japan Society values its interns and provides the following benefits:
- Free admission to Japan Society programs;
- Free admission for intern and guest to participating New York City museums;