The full posting, as written
DEPARTMENT: External Affairs FLSA STATUS: Unpaid Position SUPERVISOR: Director of Membership/Membership Associate SCHEDULE: Flexible POSTING DATE: April 2014 INTERNSHIP TERM: Summer 2014 ( June 9 to August 1, 2014) POSITION SUMMARY: The Jewish Museum’s External Affairs division has an opportunity this summer for a Membership Internship within their Membership department, which manages membership development, fund raising, and member services and benefits. This is an excellent opportunity to observe the inner workings of a non-profit organization, as well as to gain experience working within a museum.
This internship will also provide a great opportunity to learn non-profit membership department and development practices, and to learn Raiser’s Edge, the gold standard cultural organization database program. The intern will receive a museum identification card that allows for free admission to other museums and various discounts.
Responsibilities
Membership & Customer Service Assist the Membership Department staff with membership services tasks Perform prospect/donor research Assist with member events Welcome members to the museum at the lobby member desk Answer member calls and respond to member requests Administrative Support Filing and clerical duties Execute financial transactions Provide information to museum visitors Enter data in Raiser’s Edge How to Apply: Please visit our website and complete our Internship Application and email your resume, cover letter and completed application to the email address mentioned on our website.
Requirements
Undergraduate or graduate student An interest in working in membership, development, customer service and/or member relations Must be team-oriented and flexible Strong attention to detail Strong people skills and patience All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.