Fall 2026 Development Intern

The National Partnership for Women & Families is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that fights for equity for all women and families. We advocate on the Hill for federal, state, and local policies that advance economic justice, health equity, and civic participation for women, particularly women of color and those who face the greatest barriers to access and opportunity. We are seeking a Development Intern to join our Development team to support fundraising efforts across all issue areas. The internship runs from June through August in a hybrid office environment in Washington, DC. Internship Summary In this role, you will be exposed to various aspects of nonprofit fundraising, including individual philanthropy, event fundraising, institutional giving, marketing and communications, and development operations. You'll gain hands‑on experience and insight into a national fundraising operation and receive mentorship from your supervisor and other members of the development team. You will also spend time with interns from other departments to learn how each department contributes to the success of the National Partnership. Primary Internship Responsibilities Provide administrative support to all Development sub‑departments, including Individual Philanthropy, Institutional Relations, and Development Operations. Conduct prospect research and develop funder and donor profiles to support fundraising efforts. Organize fundraising and campaign information for effective presentation in publications, websites, and other media. Support the planning of our Annual Event. Participate in ad hoc projects and other activities that support the Development team's work. Qualifications Interest or prior experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or operations. Strong writing, communication, research, analysis, and computer skills. Highly organized, attentive to detail, and able to manage multiple tasks for different projects. A commitment to the National Partnership’s mission to improve the lives of women and families by achieving equality for all women. Compensation $17.95 per hour through June 30, 2026. Effective July 1, 2026 compensation will increase to $18.40 per hour. Employment and Workplace Details The internship runs from September to December. Start and end dates are flexible and will be determined in advance of the intern’s first day. The internship can be part‑time (15–25 hours per week) or full‑time (26–37.5 hours per week). Candidates must be located in the DC/DMV area during the internship and able to commute to our Washington, D.C. office for required in‑person days. Full‑time interns are required to work from the DC office at least four times per month and part‑time interns two times per month. The internship is not fully remote; interns must use their own computer when working remotely. Office and Team Culture The National Partnership is a 50‑person staff that fosters a collaborative culture. We have a collegial work environment and are committed to protecting employees and communities from COVID‑19. The organization requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and up to date with CDC‑approved COVID‑19 vaccinations. Equal Opportunity Employment The National Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to racial equity and social justice. People of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and people with other historically underrepresented identities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process as needed. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this internship. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the rights to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr