Development & Events Intern

Crooked Tree Arts Center will provide up to three students with meaningful, hands-on experience in studio arts, events, marketing, and arts administration during the summer season. Interns will cultivate practical skills, establish valuable connections within the nonprofit arts community, and gain a comprehensive understanding of nonprofit operations.

Through close collaboration with Crooked Tree staff, interns will explore diverse career pathways within the arts sector, strengthen professional confidence, and expand their knowledge of the regional arts and cultural landscape. This immersive experience offers broad exposure to multiple areas of arts management, equipping participants with foundational skills and insight for future careers in the field.

Requirements: 

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle at their disposal for the duration of the internship
• The intern will pay for their own housing, food, and transportation
• Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds

Schedule: Around 20 hours per week for 10-12 weeks, with some nights and weekends throughout the summer 

Dates are flexible, but target dates are mid-May through mid-August

Pay: $15 - $18 per hour, based on experience

To Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter to Grace Darden at grace@crookedtree.org and indicate which internship you are applying for. Applications received by April 1 will receive priority.

Posted 2/18/26

Development & Events Intern - CTAC Petoskey

The Development & Events Intern will assist the administrative office with all aspects of Crooked Tree Arts Center's administration operations, with a focus on events and fundraising. The intern will have the opportunity to shadow CTAC development and events team, gaining insight into the real work of arts nonprofits. Additional opportunities may be added based on the intern's skill set and interests. Duties include but not limited to the following:

Development & Events

• Assist with various donor tracking, communication, and recognition tasks
• Solicit and steward donors with calls, emails, gifts, and letters
• Assist staff leading up to and at the Dart for Art on July 10-11 (attendance is mandatory)
• Assist with a variety of functions including but not limited to event planning, silent auction preparation, attendee management through OneCause software program.
• Assist with planning Giving Circle events

Administrative

• Assist with a variety of database management activities
• Assist with essential administrative functions
• Staff the front desk during office hours and some evening events.
• Assist various CTAC departments with tasks as needed

Skills Needed:  

• Technical skills in Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office Suite product
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail  
• Commitment to nonprofits and the mission of CTAC
• Self-discipline and time-management skills needed to work independently  
• Dependable and punctual team player  
• Good verbal and written communication skills  
• Ability to work with the public in a professional manner 

Skills Gained Include:  

• Overall knowledge of nonprofit management and administration  
• In-depth understanding of development and event fundraising  
• Ability to develop relationships with community leaders  
• Increased level of communication abilities