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PURPOSE<\/strong>
The Development Intern will assist Empower Missouri\u2019s Advancement team in supporting donor
stewardship, prospect research, and fundraising operations that sustain and grow the
organization\u2019s impact across the state. Interns will contribute to donor communications, data
management, fundraising campaigns, and event support.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in developing skills in nonprofit
fundraising while contributing to social justice advocacy. The ideal candidate will have strong
attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a desire to learn about nonprofit
development and philanthropy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
<\/strong>\u25cf Assist with donor stewardship tasks, such as preparing thank-you letters, emails, and
handwritten notes.
\u25cf Help maintain and update donor records in the EveryAction CRM database.
\u25cf Conduct prospect research on potential individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
\u25cf Support the planning and logistics of fundraising campaigns and appeals.
\u25cf Assist in creating donor acknowledgment and recognition materials.
\u25cf Support logistics for donor and fundraising events, including invitations, registrations, and
follow-up communications.
\u25cf Assist in pulling and preparing monthly development metrics and reports.
\u25cf Provide general administrative support to the Advancement team as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tasks may be tailored to align with the intern\u2019s interests and strengths.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

REQUIREMENTS
<\/strong>\u25cf Strong interest and\/or experience in nonprofit fundraising, philanthropy, or donor relations.
\u25cf Students in their 3rd or 4th year of a program in nonprofit management, business,
communications, marketing, public administration, or a related field will be a strong fit.
\u25cf Commitment to social justice and Empower Missouri\u2019s mission and values.
\u25cf Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
\u25cf Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIME COMMITMENT
<\/strong>\u25cf 15 hours per week (flexible schedule).
\u25cf Availability for some meetings between 9:00 a.m. \u2013 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
\u25cf This is a remote position open to candidates located in Missouri. Some travel may be required
to support in-person events or donor engagement activities in Mid-Missouri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

COMPENSATION
<\/strong>\u25cf $13.50\/hour<\/p>\n\n\n\n

REPORTS TO
<\/strong>\u25cf Development Manager<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HOW TO APPLY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019d love to hear from you! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please send your resume and one writing sample to jobs@empowermissouri.org. Be sure to include \u201cDevelopment Intern\u201d in the subject line. Writing samples may include a donor letter, newsletter article, marketing email, or school assignment. If you do not have an existing sample, please draft a short email encouraging support for Empower Missouri on Giving Tuesday, the largest giving day of the year. Your
submitted work will be reviewed only as part of the application process and will not be used by
Empower Missouri unless you are selected for the position.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applications are due by March 15, 2026. The internship will run from late May or early June
through mid-to-late August, with the possibility of continuing through December 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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