The Advancement Department provides fundraising, business development, and communications functions for Spurwink.
Their work includes increasing support for Spurwink from individuals, corporations, and foundations; identifying opportunities for agency growth; managing the agency's social media presence, including creating posts and tracking metrics; and overseeing all internal and external communications.
In addition, the advancement department coordinates logistics for fundraising events and writes and submits grant applications and request for proposal (RFP's) to private and public funders.
In this role as the Intern, you will assist the Advancement team with the diverse work of their department.
You will meet weekly as a cohort to help form camaraderie, share their experiences, and learn from knowledgeable Spurwink employees.
REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to commute to the Greater Portland area.
Have an interest in Communications.
Experience with Microsoft 365.
Create a capstone project sharing educational goals, skills learned, and your experiences.
Attend a weekly reflection session with the cohort.
Attend a weekly meeting with a mentor and a supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must exhibit enthusiasm for the work and an interest in learning about both the department and Spurwink Services.
Must have strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and critical thinking skills.
Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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