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Development Paid Intern (20 hrs. a week)

  • Internship
    Part-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • San Diego
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need 1 year of experience, ability to lift 20 lbs, good mobility, hand-eye coordination, and willingness to travel and work in challenging conditions.
  • You will provide administrative support, respond to inquiries, process donations, assist with event coordination, maintain database, recruit and train volunteers, and ensure department efficiency.

Requirements

  • Experience: 1 year required
  • Essential Functions/Physical Requirements: Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions.
  • Work Conditions: Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. Because the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff may be asked to be on 24-hour call during period of major disaster.

Responsibilities

  • Provides administrative and clerical support including answering telephones, routing calls, processing mail and customer service. Manages ordering and inventory.
  • Responds to general inquiries and provides information about development programs and services, internally and public-facing.
  • Conducts or coordinates chapter based mailings including invitations and donor thank-you letters.
  • Logs and processes donations, including check/credit card/cash handling. Confirms donation coding and provides associated reports. Assists in the management of the chapter databases.
  • With guidance, assists in event coordination activities to include committee meetings, logistics, planning and execution.
  • Independently resolves minor problems and issues which may impact development outcomes. Researches and provides information to enhance development department functions.
  • Maintains strict confidentiality of donors, contributions, programs and department procedures.
  • Recruit, train and work with volunteers to enhance engagement and department function. are utilized and ensure depth within the function

FAQs

What is the duration of the Development Paid Intern position?

The Development Paid Intern position is a part-time role that runs through June 2024.

How many hours per week will the intern be expected to work?

The intern will be expected to work 20 hours a week.

Is enrollment in college required for this position?

Yes, candidates must be enrolled in college to qualify for the Development Paid Intern position.

What type of tasks will the intern be responsible for?

The intern will coordinate and support the day-to-day operations of a comprehensive development program, assist with events and initiatives, conduct research, process forms and reports, provide donor database information, handle donations and mailings, manage communications, and ensure donor recognition.

Will the intern need to maintain a calendar for any specific activities?

Yes, the intern will be responsible for maintaining a calendar of reports, meetings, and events.

What kind of events or initiatives will the intern support?

The intern will support various events and initiatives as needed as part of the comprehensive development program.

Will the intern have to perform tasks related to donor recognition?

Yes, the intern will be involved in donor recognition as part of their responsibilities.

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Mission & Purpose

The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Each day, thousands of people – people just like you – provide compassionate care to those in need. Our network of generous donors, volunteers and employees share a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, here at home and around the world. We roll up our sleeves and donate time, money and blood. We learn or teach life-saving skills so our communities can be better prepared when the need arises. We do this every day because the Red Cross is needed - every day.