Intern, Corporate & Foundation Relations (Summer 2026) at WOLF TRAP FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Vienna, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

12.77

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Computer Skills, Writing, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Multitasking, Customer Service, Creativity, Initiative

Industry

Performing Arts

Description

Job Details Job Location: Wolf Trap HeadQuarters - Vienna, VA 22182 Position Type: Intern/Apprentice Job Category: Development APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will not be considered after March 1. You must complete your application within three days of starting it for it to be processed. EXPECTED DURATION: 12 weeks (full-time; 35 hours/week) PAY RATE: $12.77/hour POSITION DESCRIPTION: Join in on the excitement of bringing corporate partnerships to life at Wolf Trap. Gain hands-on experience by helping to execute onsite sponsorship activations, plan events for regional corporate leadership, and assist in delivering excellent customer service to corporate and foundation partners. Assist in the planning and execution of onsite summer sponsorship activations (some nights and weekends required; occasional carrying/lifting of up to 25 lbs. with assistance) Interact with partners and assist with questions regarding benefits, delivering top-notch customer service Experience corporate and foundation partner cultivation through attendance at events and partner meetings Maintain up-to-date gift and contact records in donor database Assist with execution of cultivation and stewardship events Support prospect research and pipeline development REQUIREMENTS: Strong computer skills (MS Word and Excel), experience with Raiser's Edge software is helpful but not necessary Outstanding writing, communication, and interpersonal skills Efficient organizational skills and ability to multitask Exceptional customer service skills, creativity, and initiative Some night and evening hours are required for this position For additional information, contact internships@wolftrap.org with questions. Qualifications PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY: Undergraduate students (must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study) Graduate students Recent graduates (up to 2 years out of school) Career-changers currently enrolled in a degree program International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa required) Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.) Occasionally required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr@wolftrap.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.

Responsibilities

Assist in executing onsite sponsorship activations and planning events for corporate leadership. Provide excellent customer service to corporate and foundation partners.