WTTW|WFMT Summer Fundraising Internship

Thank you for your interest in becoming an intern at WTTW|WFMT. This internship is
primarily focused on learning about major gifts fundraising with a focus on special
projects, specifically Nature Cat, a new PBS Kids program, and 10 that Changed
America, a national PBS series focused on architecture. This intern will gain experience
in advanced prospect research on a national scale, fundraising strategy and developing
compelling copy for solicitations.
General Information
This is a 12 week internship over the Summer of 2014
This is full-time (40 hours per week).
This is a paid internship.
Requirements
1. A student who has recently completed (by summer 2014) their sophomore, junior
or senior years in good standing at an accredited college or university.
2. Applicants must have strong written and verbal communication skills. A writing
sample is required for consideration.
3. Applicants must have a strong interest in pursuing a career in nonprofit
administration.
4. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Description
Possible learning opportunities include, but are not limited to:

Researching individual, corporation and foundation donor prospects for Nature

Cat and the 10 that Changed America series. This is the primary focus for this
internship

Creating collateral and updating materials for special project solicitations

Assisting with creating stewardship mailings and reports for project sponsors

Assisting with sponsor recognition and benefit fulfillment

Participating in the gift acknowledgement process

Providing assistance for special fundraising events for both WTTW and
98.7WFMT during the internship period
Attend development department staff meetings to gain insight into the overall
fundraising process
Learning objectives for this internship include: a refined understanding of high-level
prospect research and developing a thorough understanding of the donor cultivation and
solicitation cycle. This internship will be primarily supervised by two experienced
fundraising professionals who will routinely evaluate his or her work. The supervisors
will also request feedback from the intern throughout the internship period to ensure that
s/he is having a positive, educational work experience.
Application Process

Interested students should submit their resume and writing sample via email, along with a
cover letter expressing their qualifications and interest in the internship, and their future
career goals to: jobs@wttw.com. Please reference "WTTW/WFMT Summer
Fundraising Internship/ATTN: Lauren Chan" in the subject line of all
correspondence to ensure proper routing.

Candidates who are believed to be a good match will then be invited to complete an
application and come in for an interview.