Fall Internship: Development

Akola Project; Dallas (TX); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Akola Project in Dallas, Texas, is looking for a Development Intern to support fundraising efforts and learn about non-profit operations. This internship offers an invaluable opportunity to engage with impactful work while building relationships for the benefit of women and their communities.

Ideal candidates should be passionate about social change, eager to learn, and able to work independently as well as part of a team. Please submit a resume and cover letter to express your interest and goals for this experience.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and passion for social impact.
• Experience or coursework in fundraising, non-profits, or social enterprises is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Development Manager with raising funds.
• Help implement fundraising strategy through research and document creation.
• Maintain donor relationships and assist with report creation.

Job description

Akola ("she works") is empowering 400 women from various walks of marginalization with dignified work to become change-makers in the lives of their 3,000 children and entire communities. 100% of product revenues are reinvested in Akola's social mission to train, employ and empower women globally.

Akola is a community of makers, wearers and supporters who, together, are changing lives for generations to come.

Job Description

Akola internships are a great opportunity for you to apply your learnings and experience to make real change in the world. We look for interns who can take on real responsibility and have an impact on the company, the customers and women we all work for. It is a great opportunity for you to learn the ins and outs of non-profit work, the innovative business model of a social enterprise and a thriving fashion company.

The Development Intern will be responsible for:

• Supporting the Development Manager with raising funds for Akola programs
  
• Supporting the implementation of Akola's fundraising strategy via activities such as research, document creation and event preparation
  
• Supporting the cultivation of potential and current donor relationships through updating relationship software, attending meetings and calls with Development Manager and assisting with report creation
  

Qualifications

Fall internship class begins August 31 and ends December 11, 2015. Positions are unpaid, but qualify for class credit.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter explaining why you are passionate about joining the Akola team and how you want to grow in this experience.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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