Fundraising Intern

She's the First is seeking a part-time (20 hour/week), U.S.-based Fundraising Intern for the Summer 2024. This position will work closely with the Development team to implement a year-end fundraising strategy. The Fundraising Intern will learn about data-driven fundraising, play a key role in our digital fundraising efforts, and support the donation acknowledgment and stewardship process. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in non-profit work and is eager to gain experience in the girls’ rights, girls’ education, or gender equity spaces. The Fundraising intern will report to the Development Manager.

Applications are due April 1. See application procedure below.

Essential Qualities:

We are looking for a candidate that has the following:

• Commitment to anti-oppression and willingness to actively contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture for our global staff.
• Availability to work part-time (maximum 20 hours/week) during your semester. This is a remote internship! Work hours must be compatible within the hours of 9AM-6PM ET (i.e., West Coast hours could be 8AM-3PM PT or 11AM-6PM ET).
• Demonstrated interest in girls’ or women’s rights.
• Willingness to be a team player: no task is too small for you; no project too big.
• Superb organizational and time management skills
• Focuses on goals and tasks at hand while also able to think big, long-term, and multitask.
• Shows the discipline and the drive to thrive in an entrepreneurial, remote environment.
• Keeps projects on track with effective to-do lists and deadlines. Always follows up.
• Works well both independently and as part of a team.
• Has excellent Google Apps, email and social media skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with digital fundraising campaigns, doing research and pulling data
• Supporting STF’s fundraising efforts for our key advocacy day - International Day of the Girl
• Tracking the success of campaigns and online fundraisers
• Helping to edit and design The Girl Gazette, a bi-annual newsletter written by girls for girls as part of their own advocacy efforts.
• Updating our contact database as needed
• Compiling and archiving successful content campaign posts for future reference
• Providing logistical and administrative support to the team as needed

Here’s What We Offer:

• Responsibility: The work you do will matter! You will have your own projects with clear goals, and your work and ideas will have a direct, visible impact. 
• Diversity and Inclusion: They are more than just values at STF. We know the strongest teams are where everyone feels comfortable, safe and encouraged to bring their whole self to work, regardless of their gender, sexuality, religion, or race. Meet our team here.
• Learning: The chance to represent She’s the First at exclusive events; sit in on meetings with our awesome partners, volunteers, and donors; and strengthen your leadership and professional skills through staff-led workshops and networking opportunities.
• College Credit: We’ll work with your college or university to make sure you receive credit, as applicable.
• Stipend: Interns receive a $2175 stipend, if one is not given by their school.
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This is a fully remote 15-week internship, starting in May and running to August. Submit your resume along with a cover letter, video, blog post, or writing sample (your choice!) that demonstrates your creativity and ability to communicate. We’ll schedule interviews as applications received, so apply early! 

For questions, contact Development@shesthefirst.org.