United Way of the Midlands · 1 day ago
Development Intern
Omaha, NE
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$19/hr - $19/hrUnited Way of the Midlands is a community-focused organization that has been serving the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro since 1923. The Development Intern role offers an opportunity to contribute to fundraising initiatives, engage with corporate partners, and support UWM's mission while gaining experience in nonprofit campaign management and corporate relations.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Assists with the United Way of the Midlands (UWM) campaign by executing the fundraising plan
Meets with corporate contacts from assigned accounts to facilitate campaign efforts
Schedules, confirms and coordinates campaign training sessions, tours, employee rallies, and speaker engagements
Attends corporate fundraising activities such as golf tournaments, luncheons, barbecues, and silent auctions
Presents UWM’s campaign message to diverse employee groups using public speaking and multimedia tools
Delivers requested campaign materials and pick up financial contributions daily
Collaborates with the Development team to coordinate account activity and resolve scheduling conflicts
Provides regular updates on campaign progress
Manages correspondence and complete required reports and evaluations
Closes out accounts and return company files, reports, records, and materials to staff
Qualification
Required
Focus in communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to deliver materials and attend events
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by campaign activities
College student in a two-year or four-year program with a background in business, non-profit management or related field
Preferred
Experience in event planning, corporate relations, or fundraising is highly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with CRM systems is a plus
Benefits
Paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Company
United Way of the Midlands
For nearly 100 years, United Way of the Midlands has served the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro by bridging the business and not-for-profit sectors to create a Circle of Support that helps our neighbors overcome difficult challenges and start building a better future.
Founded in 1923
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Shawna Forsberg
President and CEO
Michael Blue
Manager, Corporate & AFL-CIO Relations
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