Donor Relations & Partnership Intern at Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Team Player, Nonprofit Experience, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, CRM Software, Community Engagement, Event Coordination, Data Entry, Marketing Collaboration, Stewardship, Donor Engagement, Social Media Content, Dependability, Eagerness to Learn, Community Service

Industry

Community Services

Description

Description Position Summary: Valley of the Sun J is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Donor Relations & Partnerships Intern to support our development team in creating meaningful connections with donors and corporate partners. This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising, stewardship, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, team player, and passionate about helping others. Key Responsibilities: Donor & Partner Support Assist with preparing thank-you letters, event follow-ups, and donor recognition materials. Help maintain donor and partner information in the CRM/database. Support the execution of deliverables for corporate partners (logos, materials, signage, etc.). Event Support Help coordinate donor and partner involvement in events, including setup, guest lists, and materials. Assist during corporate tabling events and fundraising programs such as our golf tournament or donor appreciation gatherings. Communications & Marketing Collaborate with the marketing team to help draft donor highlights, impact stories, and social media content. Help ensure consistent and timely communication with internal staff and external partners. Development Operations Assistance Support the development team with scheduling, data entry, and preparation for meetings or presentations. Participate in brainstorming sessions for new donor engagement or stewardship ideas. Schedule & Working Conditions: Approx. 10-15 hours per week (flexible with class schedules). Some evening or weekend availability for events may be required. On-site at Valley of the Sun J with occasional local outreach. How to Apply: Please send your resume and a short paragraph about your interest in the position to Brenna Bernick, Director of Individual Giving at brennab@valleyofthesunj.org. Requirements Qualifications: Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree program in nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field. Nonprofit experience preferred Eligible for academic credit Strong written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM software is a plus. Organized, dependable, and eager to learn. Enthusiastic about community service and nonprofit work.

Responsibilities

The intern will assist the development team in creating connections with donors and corporate partners, including preparing thank-you letters and maintaining donor information. They will also support event coordination and collaborate with the marketing team on communications.