Development and Communications Intern

Detroit PAL is seeking a Fall Intern for the Development and Communications department. This
role will assist the team with donor outreach, stewardship efforts, research, meaningful story
collection and writing, and more.
An example of possible job duties includes:
● Learn about how a Development Department at a nonprofit organization functions by
attending meetings, having one-on-one time with various staff members, and assisting
with day-to-day tasks
● Help create and implement a stewardship plan to thank Detroit PAL individual supporters
and keep them updated about the organization
● Research funding opportunities that fit Detroit PAL’s programs, including local
corporations, foundations, and grants
● Attend and assist with large-scale Detroit PAL events, such as our Cheer Competition,
PALoween, Football Championships, and more
● Assist the Communications team with collecting meaningful stories from youth, families,
or alumni and help find creative ways to tell these stories through writing, photos, or film
● Assist with data needs for the Development Department, such as examining donor
reports or sending donor receipts
● Have the opportunity to creatively help plan development initiatives, such as Giving
Tuesday, Year-End Giving, and more.
● Other duties as assigned
Desirable Credentials, Skills, and Traits: