Business Development + Communications Intern

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a remote, part-time Business Development + Communications Intern to work closely with the Parkes Philanthropy Operations + Business Development Associate. As this part-time opportunity is unpaid, it is most aligned with a student looking to earn college credit through their institution. The ideal start date for the role is mid-May, with flexibility on the specific date.

Reporting to the Operations + Business Development Associate, this is a great opportunity to gain experience in lead generation, outreach, and other business development activities to help support mission-driven organizations.

The responsibilities of this role are flexible based on the chosen candidate's unique interests, passions, and skills and Parkes Philanthropy's current needs. We would love to hear what you are excited to learn more about and gain experience within and how we at Parkes Philanthropy can support that journey!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead generation: research aligned non-profits and businesses with the potential to become prospective client organizations
• Outreach: conduct outreach to prospective partners, including drafting emails and tracking follow-ups
• Collateral: create business development collateral as needed, including building pitch decks and presentations to be shared with prospective clients
• Briefs: create internal briefing documents to prepare Parkes’ leadership for prospective client conversations
• Flexible responsibilities based on the chosen candidate's unique interests, passions, and skills! What do you want to learn?

SCHEDULE

Our ideal candidate would be able to commit around 8-10 hours a week depending on their schedule. This will be a flexible and remote schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Background and/or interest in consulting, social impact, philanthropy, fundraising, business development, and/or non-profit work.
• Written communication: a great deal of time will be invested in building connections with external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-up skills.
• Technological and design prowess: skilled in navigating Google Suite and adaptable to new platforms.
• Exceptional research and analytical skills.

WHO YOU ARE

Our ideal candidates have a passion for social change and professional aspirations in consulting or business development. You are very organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing projects in a remote startup setting. You have an interest in learning how non-profits garner support to sustain themselves and businesses can contribute to society through socially responsible programs.

• Proactive: You notice the natural next steps that need to take place in order to move a project/goal forward and take the initiative to make it happen.
• Detail-oriented: You understand that the smallest aspects of a project are vital in producing quality work. Proofreading, fact-checking, and sourcing work is second nature to you. You have experience and/or comfort in managing multiple tasks and work streams.
• Adaptable: When change happens, you are flexible and can think on your feet. You like to learn new things and can learn them quickly.
• A Social Impact Advocate: You have an interest in learning how non-profits garner support and sustain themselves and businesses can become more socially responsible. You are driven to find ways to make our world a better place.
• A True Team player: You can work efficiently, digitally, and collaboratively in a remote setting with fellow colleagues to manufacture top-notch work. You are communicative, ensuring that all team members are informed of your progress and any challenges that may arise.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and skills to Olivia Brown at olivia@parkesphilanthropy.com. The deadline to apply is Sunday, April 28th, with applications reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis — earlier submissions will be prioritized.

ABOUT PARKES PHILANTHROPY

Parkes Philanthropy is a social impact consulting firm dedicated to equipping constituents with the ideas, resources, and support they need to positively impact the world. Parkes Philanthropy works with nonprofit organizations and businesses looking to create or enhance their social impact strategy, and individuals looking to engage strategically in the social sector. Our vision is to empower any constituent seeking to create positive change.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Parkes Philanthropy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment.