Auction & Development Intern — Flexible Hours

Mount Vernon Ladies' Association; Mount Vernon (VA); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on fundraising experience

Monthly employee events

Flexible schedule

On-site library

Discount on public event tickets

Discount in the Shops

Discount at the Inn and General's Cnte

Free parking

Job summary

Mount Vernon Ladies' Association seeks a Development Intern to support the nonprofit’s annual fundraising auction, assisting with procurement, donor outreach, event planning, and catalog production. The role offers hands-on nonprofit fundraising experience on-site with flexible hybrid scheduling at the estate.

The internship runs September through December, at ~20 hours per week, at $16 per hour. You will gain exposure to donor relations, marketing, photography, and operations while supporting

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled at or a recent graduate of an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, marketing, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Interest in fundraising, nonprofit development, or event planning
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced team environment

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing the annual fundraising auction from procurement through event completion.
• Research and identify potential auction donors, including businesses, restaurants, hotels, attractions, and community partners.
• Assist with outreach and communication to prospective auction donors and sponsors.
• Track incoming auction donations, donor information, item details, and fulfillment requirements.
• Photograph auction items and experiences for use in digital listings, catalogs, and promotional materials.
• Write and edit engaging auction item descriptions, captions, and promotional copy that highlight the value and uniqueness of each item.
• Organize, label, and maintain physical auction items, certificates, images, and related materials.
• Create and update auction listings within the auction platform or CRM system.
• Assist with assembling auction packages, gift baskets, and themed experiences.
• Coordinate bid sheets, signage, item displays, and other auction materials.
• Support the preparation of the auction catalog, including proofreading, formatting, and quality control.
• Assist with event logistics, setup, and post-event organization.
• Provide general administrative support to the Development team as needed.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Fundraising interest

Nonprofit development

Event planning

Excellent written and verbal comms

Project management

Willingness to learn

Education

Pursuing a degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, marketing, or related field

Job description

Mount Vernon Ladies' Association seeks a Development Intern to support the nonprofit’s annual fundraising auction, assisting with procurement, donor outreach, event planning, and catalog production. The role offers hands-on nonprofit fundraising experience on-site with flexible hybrid scheduling at the estate.

The internship runs September through December, at ~20 hours per week, at $16 per hour. You will gain exposure to donor relations, marketing, photography, and operations while supporting