Development Intern: Donor Relations & Data Admin

The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County is seeking a Development Intern to join our team. This part-time, temporary role runs through Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, with a potential for Summer 2027. The intern will report to the Development Coordinator.

You will gain hands-on nonprofit development experience including donor relations, database management with DonorPerfect, gift processing, membership communications, and development operations. Ideal for students or early-career professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience with donor databases and MS Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in nonprofit development and environmental conservation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update donor records in DonorPerfect.
• Process gifts and prepare thank-you letters.
• Assist with membership communications and renewals.
• Support donor outreach and event-related activities.
• Provide general administrative support to the Development team.

Skills

Donor relations

Communication

Organization

Office software

Teamwork

Public outreach

Tools

DonorPerfect

Canva

MS Office

Email marketing tools

Job description

The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County is seeking a Development Intern to join our team. This part-time, temporary role runs through Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, with a potential for Summer 2027. The intern will report to the Development Coordinator.

You will gain hands-on nonprofit development experience including donor relations, database management with DonorPerfect, gift processing, membership communications, and development operations. Ideal for students or early-career professionals.