Fundraising Operations Intern: Donor Data & Grants

ESP, inc.; Watkinsville (GA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP is seeking a detail-oriented intern to support fundraising, nonprofit development, and foundation work in Watkinsville, GA. You will assist with donor and data management in Salesforce, conduct grant research, and help prepare outreach materials to support donor engagement and stewardship.

The role offers hands-on experience in development operations, donor relations, and fundraising strategy, with a focus on learning best practices and contributing to ESP's mission.

Qualifications

• Current college student or recent graduate pursuing a degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, marketing, public administration, philanthropy, or a related field
• Interest in fundraising, nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, or foundation relations
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Coachable with a willingness to learn new systems and processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; experience with Salesforce or other CRM/database systems is a plus but not required
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality
• Passion for ESP's mission and a desire to make a meaningful impact

Responsibilities

• Donor & Data Management. Assist with updating and maintaining Salesforce records
• Grant Research & Support. Help gather information and conduct background research on potential funders or for active applications
• Support Fundraising Initiatives. Assist the development team with fundraising efforts by preparing outreach materials and supporting donor engagement and stewardship activities
• Administrative. Support creation of development-related documents and streamline operations and efforts of full-time staff

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Willingness to learn

Data management

Education

Nonprofit management or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

ESP is seeking a detail-oriented intern to support fundraising, nonprofit development, and foundation work in Watkinsville, GA. You will assist with donor and data management in Salesforce, conduct grant research, and help prepare outreach materials to support donor engagement and stewardship.

The role offers hands-on experience in development operations, donor relations, and fundraising strategy, with a focus on learning best practices and contributing to ESP's mission.