Donor Engagement and Fundraising Intern (Paid)

Position Description

Position Title: Donor Engagement and Fundraising Intern

Group: Development

Location: Remote, USA (excluding New York state)

Reports To: Development Specialist

Status: Part-time, non-exempt

Duration: 3 months (10-20 hours/week)

Position Summary

The Donor Engagement and Fundraising Intern will support Winrock International’s Development team with donor research, data management, donor profile development, proposal support, and donor-facing communications. The internship requires a dynamic, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking an independent, engaged self-starter who is eager to gain hands-on experience and develop in-depth knowledge of the international development field. This internship offers meaningful exposure to fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and cross-functional collaboration with portfolio and program teams, while supporting efforts to communicate Winrock’s mission and impact to external audiences.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Donor Research & Prospect Development

• Support the Development Specialist and Director of Major Gifts with research on prospective individual, foundation, and institutional donors
• Compile and synthesize information into donor profiles, prospect briefs, and portfolio materials
• Support identification of new funding opportunities aligned with Winrock’s programs and strategic priorities
• Assist with maintaining accurate and current donor and prospect records

2. Data Entry & Database Support

• Support the Development Specialist with maintaining donor, prospect, and engagement data in Winrock’s donor database or CRM
• Support data quality and data hygiene efforts, including reviewing records for accuracy and completeness
• Assist with preparing basic reports, lists, and tracking tools for Development team use

3. Communications & Donor-Facing Materials

• Support Development staff in developing clear, compelling communications to be shared with donors and prospects
• Draft, edit, and format donor-facing content such as:
  • Impact updates and summaries
  • Program and project descriptions
  • Briefing materials and background documents
  • Stewardship and acknowledgement content
• Ensure communications are aligned with Winrock’s mission, voice, and branding guidelines

4. Administrative & General Development Support

• Provide general administrative and project support to the Development team including calendar management and meeting coordination
• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President, Development and/or the Director of Development Operations

Qualifications and Background

Education

• Senior-level undergraduate, graduate student or recent graduate within 12 months of graduation
• Academic focus in a field relevant to Winrock International’s work, such as geography, international relations, political science, climate, environment, food systems, agriculture, entrepreneurship, or a related discipline

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Required

• Exceptional writing and communication skills (Writing example may be requested)
• Strong analytical and research abilities
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks