Toyland Intern

Internship Summary:

Learn hands-on donor relations experience as you work at Child and Family Services Haven House, as Erie County's only licensed domestic violence shelter. In this role, you will support the Community Relations Coordinator and assist in fundraising activities for survivors of domestic violence and help support children, individuals and families throughout the holiday season. The main priority will be implementing Toyland, Haven House's holiday donation drive. This position involves supporting the C+FS Public Relations and Development team on Toyland and throughout Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Internship Responsibilities:

Assist in donor cultivation Effectively communicate with donors through email and phone calls for scheduling Maintain an accurate donation schedule Properly address donation needs and donor inquiries Communicate clearly between the Development and Haven House teams Assist at tabling and community education events throughout Domestic Violence Awareness Month Learn and utilize Fundraising Software, Raiser's Edge to help manage donor portfolios and enter donor activity

Minimum Requirements:

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with a focus on communication, marketing, fundraising, human services, public relations or related stud. Must be enrolled in an internship program or receiving school credit for internship hours Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills

Schedule :

Flexible working hours This is an unpaid internship for college credit. Child and Family Services is an

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Child and Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or familial status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Child and Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.