UNCF · 1 day ago
Development & Media Engagement Intern
Chicago, IL
Internship
Onsite
InternUNCF is an organization dedicated to supporting education and the success of HBCU students. The Development & Media Engagement Intern will contribute to fundraising events and donor engagement while participating in media projects to amplify UNCF's mission.
EducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Provide operational and logistical support for key fundraising events, including:
The 26th Annual Chicago AMI (A Mind Is…) Gala
Chicago and Milwaukee Walks for Education
Support event execution activities such as participant registration, volunteer coordination, and on site event management
Assist with event preparation, day of logistics, and post event follow up activities
Assist with donor outreach and stewardship efforts, including preparation of materials & follow up communications
Support fundraising campaigns by drafting compelling fundraising appeals, email content, & social media copy
Help engage community members and supporters around summer fundraising initiatives
Participate in a structured media project in partnership with CAN TV studios
Support the creation of digital and broadcast content that elevates:
UNCF’s mission
The impact of HBCUs
Stories of students, donors, and community partners
Assist with research, scripting, filming coordination, and digital storytelling as appropriate
Gain exposure to professional media production environments and processes
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university (junior, senior, or graduate student preferred), undergraduate or graduate student in public administration, education, nonprofit management, business, or a related field
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Strong verbal and written storytelling skills
Demonstrated interest in media, journalism, communications, fundraising, or nonprofit development
Interest in video production, digital content, and social media platforms
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong organizational and time‑management skills
Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced, event‑driven environments
Passion for mission‑driven and cause‑based organizations
Availability to work onsite during our core hours Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Availability for occasional evenings and weekends event(s)
Company
UNCF
UNCF (United Negro College Fund) is the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization.
Founded in 1944
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3.3MKey Investors
Amazon Web ServicesEnterprise HoldingsWilliam F Pickard
2023-12-19Grant· $0.15M
2022-06-22Grant
2022-02-15Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Michael Lomax
President & CEO
Walter Kimbrough
Executive Vice President of Research and Member Engagement
Recent News
2026-01-16
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