Development & Fundraising Internship

Meretz USA (soon to be Partners for Progressive Israel) is is seeking a Development & Fundraising Intern for the 2011 fall semester. This is an unpaid part-time position. Interns can receive academic credit with prior arrangement with their college/university. The Development & Fundraising Intern will support the fundraising work of the Meretz USA/Partners staff and board.

 

Tasks Include:

• Researching and documenting foundational giving and potential donors

• Writing grants and proposals for funding

• Administrative support

 

Qualifications:

• Current college student or recent grad

• Energetic, organized, self-starter, strong analytical skills, good written and oral communication skills, works well both independently and as part of a team

• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, on-line research, and new media/social networking web 2.0 platforms

• Some experience with researching foundational giving and grant writing preferred

• Strong commitment to social justice issues in Israel and Meretz USA's positions on those issues
• Familiarity with the Middle East peace process, Israeli society and politics, and social justice and human rights preferred

 

Email you cover letter and resume to mail@meretzusa.org with "Development & Fundraising Internship" in the subject line.