Development Intern

Position Description: The Brem Foundation is seeking a motivated and responsible Development Intern for the Spring 2019 semester to contribute to fundraising initiatives and growth. The intern will work closely with the Manager of Development and Operations as well as the Director of Development to identify key sources of revenue including grants, private donors, corporate partnerships, and cause marketing. The intern will be substantially involved in executing a fundraising strategy which includes assisting in planning and organizing fundraising events and maintaining donor database and communication.  The Manager of Development and Operations and the Director of Development are committed to mentoring and including the intern in meetings and opportunities including interfacing with corporate partners, reaching out to individual donors, and discussing strategy with key stakeholders, where appropriate.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy

  • Track fundraising goals and progress

  • Research new individual donor prospects to reach foundation’s revenue goal

  • Identify and pursue new development opportunities, such as grants or corporate sponsorships

  • Assist in planning, coordination and regularly attending donor cultivation and programmatic events.

  • Data entry and gift processing

  • Attend meetings with stakeholders, where appropriate

  • Support the management of the donor database

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced and dynamic work environment

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Self-starter--must be willing to take initiative independently with little direction or supervision

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

  • Experience working with fundraising, nonprofits, or databases a plus

  • Passion for Brem’s mission

Hours are flexible, but the intern is expected to work 15-20 hours/wk. Internship can be done for academic credit.

To apply, please forward resume and cover letter to janeisa@bremfoundation.org with “Your Name-Internship Application” as the subject.

Communications, Social Media, & Programming Intern

Position Description: The Brem Foundation is seeking a motivated and creative Communications, Social Media & Programming Intern for the Spring 2019 semester.  The intern will work closely with the Director of Strategy and Programming on a wide range of projects including support of Brem’s educational programs, social media strategy, media and community outreach, website and social media management, and campaign creation. The ideal candidate is self-directed and has the ability to think creatively about long and short term goals. The Director of Strategy and Programming is committed to mentoring and including the intern in diverse projects and opportunities, including marketing and communications strategy, development of programming goals and execution, and interfacing with partners, donors and community members.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a social media calendar and strategy

  • Regularly update social media and website with engaging content

  • Research and prepare reports on key facts and issues about breast cancer in DC

  • Draft bi-monthly newsletter

  • Track social media engagement and growth, and analytics and update Director of Strategy and Programming weekly

  • Research potential opportunities with media sponsors and partners

  • Represent the Brem Foundation professionally at fundraising and educational events

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Detail oriented with strong organizational skills

  • Excellent written and verbal skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work independently with little supervision in an efficient manner

  • Willingness to take initiative with creative ideas

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and fluctuating environment

  • Proficiency in social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

  • Field of study and skills: Communications, PR, Marketing, or similar

  • Passion and understanding of Brem’s mission

Hours are flexible, but the intern is expected to work 15-20 hours/wk. Internship can be done for academic credit.

To apply, please forward resume and cover letter to janeisa@bremfoundation.org with “Your Name-Internship Application” as the subject.

Graphic Design Intern

Position Description: The Brem Foundation is seeking a motivated and creative Graphic Design Intern for the Spring 2019 semester to support a wide range of marketing efforts to tell the story of the organization’s work and community and to increase engagement with new and existing audiences. The intern will work closely with the Director of Strategy and Programming on projects including digital strategy, graphic design of online and print materials, and campaign creation. The ideal candidate is self-directed and has the ability to think creatively about long and short term goals. The Director of Strategy and Programming is committed to mentoring and including the intern in diverse projects and opportunities, including marketing and communications strategy, development of programming goals and execution, and interfacing with partners, donors and community members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Draft marketing and graphic images for social media, website, and print materials

  • Organize digital assets library including photos, videos, logos, and files

  • Actively engage in program and fundraising events to capture photos and videos from participants

  • Assist with administrative tasks including updating digital signage, printing and distributing flyers, and supporting set-up and breakdown of key programmatic events and other duties as assigned

  • Represent the Brem Foundation professionally at meetings, fundraisers and educational events

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to remain organized and thrive in a fast-paced and fluctuating environment

  • Experience with web design a plus but not required

  • Experience with graphic design programs

  • Field of study: Graphic Art and Communications, PR or Marketing

  • Willingness and enthusiasm to take initiative with little supervision or direction

  • Superior organization skills

  • Passion and understanding for Brem’s mission

Hours are flexible, but the intern is expected to work 15-20 hours/wk. Internship can be done for academic credit.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to janeisa@bremfoundation.org with “Your Name-Internship Application” as the subject.