Development Intern (Boston) – NCLC

MASS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

The National Consumer Law Center is seeking a Development Intern at our Boston headquarters to assist with conference planning, data integrity, and administrative tasks. Flexible hours and potential early start in summer 2026 are offered for the 2026-2027 academic year.

We encourage applicants to state timing and duration in their cover letter. The internship is hybrid, with some days in our downtown Boston office and some work from home. Compensation is $17.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or community college.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Apps.
• Database and social media experience welcomed.
• Related experience or nonprofit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for conference planning under direction of the Manager of Conferences & Trainings for 2-3 major conferences per year, and numerous trainings and webinars.
• Assist the Development Operations Coordinator in updating NCLC’s database, documenting advocacy efforts and impact, processing mail returns, researching constituent information, and other support as directed.
• Provide research and administrative support to NCLC’s development staff.
• Provide back-up support to NCLC’s Administrative Staff on day-to-day tasks potentially including updating and maintaining office records and library: organizing and maintaining meeting calendar upon request; other assistance as necessary.

Skills

Written & Verbal Communication

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Database & Social Media

Education

Undergraduate Enrollment

Tools

Database systems

Job description

The National Consumer Law Center® (NCLC) is seeking a Development Intern in our Boston headquarters to assist with tasks related to conference planning, data integrity, and various administrative and clerical tasks. Flexible hours. We are seeking applicants who can commit to the position for the 2026-2027 academic year, and there is potential for interested applicants to begin the internship early, in the summer of 2026. Please state the timing and duration of your interest in your cover letter.

The National Consumer Law Center® is a nonprofit advocacy organization that works to build economic security and family wealth for low-income and other economically disadvantaged Americans. NCLC is the leading source of legal and public policy expertise on consumer issues for lawyers, federal and state policymakers, consumer advocates, journalists, and front-line service providers. Please see our website at www.nclc.org.

Principal Responsibilities include:

• Provide support for conference planning under direction of the Manager of Conferences & Trainings for 2-3 major conferences per year, and numerous trainings and webinars.
• Assist the Development Operations Coordinator in updating NCLC’s database, documenting advocacy efforts and impact, processing mail returns, researching constituent information, and other support as directed.
• Provide research and administrative support to NCLC’s development staff.
• Provide back-up support to NCLC’s Administrative Staff on day-to-day tasks potentially including updating and maintaining office records and library: organizing and maintaining meeting calendar upon request; other assistance as necessary.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or community college.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills, careful attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Apps
• Database and social media experience welcome.
• Related experience or nonprofit experience preferred.

Salary

$17.50 per hour

Schedule

15-20 hours a week; flexible hours available. We are accepting applicants for the 2026-2027 school year with consideration given for an early start in the summer of 2026. Please specify your availability in your cover letter.

NCLC staff are working a hybrid schedule. Interns will have some flexibility to split their time between working in our downtown Boston office and working from home.

The National Consumer Law Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and believes that diversity strengthens our work. Employment decisions are made based on merit and without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, military service or status, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy or a condition related to pregnancy, ancestry, political affiliation or beliefs, or any factors unrelated to the skills and qualifications for the position in question. Individuals of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment screening, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources Manager at [e-mail]