Development and Communications Intern

Summary of Position:

The DDWS Development & Communications Intern position is designed to introduce college-level individuals or recent graduates interested in working in the non-profit sector. The intern will work in a fastpaced environment with both the DDWS and the National Wildlife Refuge staff in collaboration on several projects including events and program
planning, donor cultivation and stewardship, graphic design, communications, and social media. This is a temporary position, working an estimated 40 hours per week. The typical work week is Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm. The intern will be directly supervised by the Philanthropic Director and under the Manager of
Events, Communications, and Marketing. 

Primary Responsibilities:

Create images / graphics, ads, invitations & other marketing materials. Manage the DDWS social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram,YouTube, etc.). Design “Ding” on the Wing enewsletter with email marketing software Constant Contact.Assist in all aspects of fundraising event planning and outreach events including designing event and program marketing materials, sponsorship solicitations, auction donation requests, staffing events, mailings, and other duties as requested. Assist in donor data management with CRM software Donor Perfect. Work with development team with designing all mailings including solicitations, organizational updates, and quarterly newsletters. Assist in Visitor Services programs, visitor interaction and orientation, and Visitor & Education operations. Other duties as assigned.