Internship Available: Membership/Development Intern

Internship Posted: November 6, 2009

OverviewThis intern will provide support in the development, planning and execution of the ideastream’s radio and television membership/pledge drives. Includes providing excellence in member service.
Internship will provide opportunities to become familiar with the process for member acquisition and maintenance in a Public Broadcasting organization including following the Pledge process from beginning to end.

Examples of duties:

Assist the director and staff with pre-pledge preparation tasks and pledge related duties
Update and maintain databases thereby becoming familiar with a robust Fundraising Management Database package (Team Approach)
Research and assist with writing talking points for on-air talent
Research and compile targets for volunteer recruitment
Assist with day to day office duties pertaining to gift/premium management and returns
Assist in obtaining and scheduling volunteers for station projects including pledge drive
Assist in supervision of phone volunteers
Answer phones and provide customer service to members
Assist with daily clerical and data entry duties
Assist in other areas of the department as needed

Qualifications :

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/APTITUDES:
Strong written and oral communications skills
Ability to take initiative and provide creative input and planning
Alertness to detail and ability to follow-through on multiple projects
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel and mail merge
Interest in the field of public broadcasting and its mission to strengthen our community

EXPERIENCE:
Effective research abilities, including aptitude to do research online
Some experience working in a volunteer driven area a plus
Experience in database programs a plus

EDUCATION: 
Be enrolled in a formal educational program preferably in a Bachelor’s degree program that focuses on Non-Profit Development.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The Internship is unpaid; college credit must be granted for participation

Guidelines for submission:

Please send resume and cover letter to

Or direct a hard copy to:

Human Resources
ideastream®
The Idea Center
1375 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44115