Internships
The DuSable Museum of African American History has the following internship opportunity available:
Development Intern
Overview: The DuSable Museum of African American History, the first and oldest institution of its kind in the country, has been dedicated to the collection, preservation, interpretation and dissemination of the history and culture of Africans and Americans of African descent for more than 49 years.
Position Summary: This volunteer/intern position is responsible for working closely with the Development Director to sustain and increase funding from government, public and private entities, as well as individual donors. The Development Intern assists in coordinating all aspects of the museum’s fundraising efforts, including developing strategies for individual donor solicitation; identifying major gift prospects; preparing grant proposals and reports; seeking corporate donations.
Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to:
- Conduct funder research on government, public and private foundations/organizations and identify new sources of funding.
- Work with Development Director to develop and submit proposals to new and existing funders; submit reports to funders in required formats and in a timely manner; work with Development Director in achieving goals.
- Mail acknowledgements of gifts in a timely fashion.
Skills Required:
- Must possess strong database skills, preferably raiser’s edge
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Strong project management and planning skills
- High degree of flexibility and ability to juggle multiple tasks and competing priorities
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse array of audiences
- Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Proficiency with ability to demonstrate cultural competency in working with diverse populations
Ideal Qualifications:
- Education
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed Bachelor’s degree with a major or related course work in business, English and journalism or related field. (must submit transcript) with one year experience in sales could be substituted for the above degree requirements.
Experience
- Interest in fundraising or equivalent preferred. Prior clerical or administrative support experience in an education or cultural environment a plus.
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
- Candidate must be self-motivated to succeed. Excellent writing, verbal, proofreading, phone and organizational skills. Computer aptitude required, with Microsoft Office, WordPerfect, Excel, Office XP, HTML or Internet Explorer experience preferred. A flexible team worker with a desire to put forth only the best effort.
Equipment Operated
- Computers, printers, telephone, calculator, fax machine and other general office equipment.
Contact:
Submit resume and writing sample to Diane McCain, Development Director, DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 East 56th Place Chicago, IL 60637 by fax 773.947-0716 or email to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
