Part Time
Catholic Community Foundation
Angel Scholarship Fund Development Intern
Catholic Community Foundation
Location: 1404 East Ninth Street, Downtown Cleveland, Ohio
The Catholic Community Foundation is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Development Intern to support fundraising, donor relations, and community engagement efforts for the Angel Scholarship Fund (ASF).
This paid internship offers hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, donor stewardship, communications, and strategic planning while supporting the mission of the Diocese of Cleveland to serve the spiritual, educational, and charitable needs of people throughout Northeast Ohio.
Position Title: ASF Development Intern
Employment Type: Paid internship
Compensation: $15 per hour
Hours: Approximately 15 hours per week
Duration: 20 weeks, from December 2026 through mid-April 2027
Reports To: Director of Development for Catholic Education
Work Location: 1404 East Ninth Street, Downtown Cleveland, Ohio
Transportation: Reliable transportation to the downtown Cleveland location is required.
Support fundraising and donor stewardship activities for the Angel Scholarship Fund.
Assist with tracking donations and maintaining accurate donor information.
Access and work with donor information in the Raiser’s Edge NXT database.
Prepare donor thank-you communications, follow-up correspondence, and other materials that support relationship building.
Assist in preparing donor reports, statistical reports, and other development-related correspondence.
Coordinate administrative tasks, including drafting letters, answering phones, maintaining schedules, and preparing for meetings.
Help organize materials and information needed for development activities and team meetings.
Complete additional duties and projects as assigned.
Assist with implementing a communications calendar and meeting deadlines for outreach initiatives.
Support the creation and development of digital and printed communications materials.
Help coordinate communications related to fundraising, donor engagement, and community initiatives.
Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas during strategic planning sessions.
Collaborate with the development team to support organizational priorities and fundraising goals.
Contribute to projects that strengthen donor relationships and advance the Angel Scholarship Fund’s mission.
Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a relevant field of study, such as nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or business.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Canva, and customer relationship management (CRM) software.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Interest in nonprofit operations, fundraising, donor stewardship, and community engagement.
Commitment to the mission of the Catholic Community Foundation and the Diocese of Cleveland.
Hourly Pay: $15 per hour.
Academic Credit: May be available, if applicable.
Mentorship: Opportunity to learn from and work directly with the development team.
Networking: Opportunities to build professional relationships and gain exposure to nonprofit development work.
This internship provides an opportunity to work directly with the development team and gain practical experience in nonprofit operations, fundraising, donor relations, and strategic planning.
The intern will develop valuable skills in project management, communications, and donor stewardship while contributing to meaningful community initiatives and supporting the Angel Scholarship Fund’s mission.
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