Annual Giving Intern

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Annual Giving Intern

DEPARTMENT: Development

LED BY: Annual Giving Manager

HOURS: Part-Time; 25 hours/week

PAY RATE: $18 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Join Second Harvest Heartland’s Development team as Annual Giving Intern to deepen your fundraising skills while working to end hunger. This role will support the Annual Giving team with tasks such as day-to-day administration, project management support, copywriting, and fundraising campaign production.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support day-to-day administrative activities for the Annual Giving team.
• Provide project management support for the Annual Giving team, for example setting up and monitoring tasks and deadlines using Wrike project management platform.
• Support planning, production, and results recaps for Annual Giving fundraising campaigns and giving days.
• Write, edit and proofread copy for internal and external communications such as blog posts, emails, campaign summaries, texting campaign scripts, and website promotions.
• Support fundraising content gathering activities such as assisting with video recording sessions for ads and selecting options for campaign imagery and stories.

VALUES  

• We Deliver: We use our head and heart to make decisions, we make the best use of donor dollars, and we achieve results safely and reliably.  
• We Lead with Our Hearts: We keep our neighbors, partners, and teams at the center of our work. We seek to understand and anticipate their needs. 
• We Are All in this Together: We collaborate, internally and externally. We communicate openly, seeking feedback, and sharing knowledge. 
• We Innovate: We seek out bold new ideas, we embrace change, and we commit to continuous improvement for ourselves and our work.  
• We Believe our Differences Make us Stronger: We value inclusion and embrace the variety of backgrounds that make up our team and our community. Our different experiences and perspectives empower us to fulfill our mission.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• A combination of education or relevant experience in fundraising, nonprofits, sales, or marketing.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, including proactively asking questions and seeking clarity.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Microsoft Office, Office365, and the ability to learn other computer software programs.
• Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency, and enthusiasm, both individually and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and follow through on multiple daily tasks and projects with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong writing, editing, and proof-reading skills.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with SHH’s mission, vision, and values.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and communities with barriers to accessing food resources/SNAP.
• Maintain confidentiality of personal information of employees, volunteers, clients, donors and others.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and positive attitude.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed or working towards a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of and experience with nonprofits or mission-led organizations, including volunteering or internship experience.
• Fundraising, sales, or marketing experience, such as peer-to-peer or direct response campaigns in a volunteer, intern or paid employment capacity.
• Experience working with or interest in learning to use project management platforms such as Wrike or Asana.

TIME REQUIREMENTS AND SCHEDULE:

• Total time requirement: October 2026–September 2027 (flexible), approximately 25 hour/week
• Days of the week: Days of the week for this position are flexible but within Monday-Friday business hours.
• Time of the day: 8:30am to 4:30pm (flexible within these hours)
• Work sites: Second Harvest Heartland HQ Brooklyn Park and/or virtual. In person at HQ on Wednesdays is preferred but not required.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Learning objectives will be jointly developed between the chosen candidate and the Annual Giving Manager. Several possible learning objectives that fit within this role include:

• Gaining hands-on experience helping plan and execute a multi-channel fundraising campaign.
• Acquiring project management skills in a professional setting.
• Strengthening writing and communication skills, particularly in a nonprofit and fundraising capacity.
• Developing organizational, time management, and communication skills.

ABOUT SECOND HARVEST HEARTLAND

Second Harvest Heartland is the second-largest food bank in the United States, serving 59 counties across central and southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin with a bold vision: a community where no one goes hungry. We fill plates, shelves and fridges throughout the regional hunger relief system, shine a light on food insecurity at home and inspire action across the country. By measuring hunger, mobilizing partners, and advancing innovative solutions, we are working to ensure every neighbor has reliable access to the food they need to thrive.

If you’re ready to turn your passion into purpose, join us and help build a future where every neighbor has the food they need to thrive.

Second Harvest Heartland is an EEO/AA Employer