The International Center (Indianapolis) · 2 days ago
Summer 2026 Community Development & Philanthropy Intern
Indianapolis, IN
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$15/hr - $15/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe International Center is a nonprofit organization based in Indianapolis, and they are seeking a Summer 2026 Community Development & Philanthropy Intern. The intern will assist in creating impact reports, support grant writing, manage community databases, and help with event planning and promotion.
International Affairs
Responsibilities
Assist the Development Manager and Marketing team in creating reports, grant applications, and solicitation messages. This includes gathering data and writing compelling narratives to highlight the mission and impact of the organization
Support grant writing and fundraising efforts, including researching funding opportunities, drafting proposals, and managing donor relations
Manage and maintain a database of community members, sponsors, and stakeholders using Neon CRM
Support development efforts, including philanthropy, fundraising, donor engagement, and event coordination
Assist with event planning, especially for the Annual Meeting and International Citizen of the Year, including coordinating with vendors, managing seating arrangements, and providing day-of event support
Oversee the design and production of collateral materials, such as save-the-date announcements, PowerPoints, invitations, signage, event programs, and sponsor recognition materials
Collaborate with the communications team to promote events through media outreach and social media campaigns
Attend select community events as a representative of The International Center
Provide input and take notes during regularly scheduled organizing committee meetings
Qualification
Required
Excellent communication skills
Preferred
Social media experience
Basic understanding of non-profit work
Additional software knowledge welcome: Canva, Neon CRM, Word, PowerPoint
Cultural awareness
Benefits
Mentor committed to your success
Weekly professional development programming
Local and international networking opportunities
Collaborative, respectful, fun work culture
OPT/CPT, class credit, school stipend/scholarship application support
Company
The International Center (Indianapolis)
Since 1973, The International Center has served as a catalyst for Indiana’s international growth.
Founded in 1973
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Garth Eberhart, MBA
COO-Chief Operating Officer
Colin Renk
Vice President, Client & Partner Services
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