Development Intern
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Job Description
About Our Organization
Founded in 1968, the Studio Museum in Harlem is the nexus for artists of African descent locally, nationally, and internationally and for work that has been inspired and influenced by Black culture. It is a site for the dynamic exchange of ideas about art and society.
Internship Program Description
The Museum’s Internship Program offers college undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates valuable insights into the operations of a professional museum environment. Interns collaborate on meaningful and engaging projects with museum staff and participate in a series of meetings and workshops focused on contemporary museology.
Please note: Only individuals who are authorized to work in the United States are eligible for this program.
Job Summary
The Development Intern will work closely with members of the Development team to help with the Museum’s fundraising efforts. Primary responsibilities include:
• Assisting with correspondence and research related to individual giving.
• Conducting research on corporations and foundations.
• Drafting select grant reports and proposals.
• Writing profiles and programmatic summaries.
• Updating and maintaining records in Tessitura database.
• Organizing mailings of information to donors and prospects.
Previous fundraising, marketing, or public relations experience is helpful but not required.
The Development Internship is designed for undergraduate and graduate students and recent college graduates interested in careers in Arts Administration, Marketing, or related fields.
