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Donor Experience Intern

Summit Ministries
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The Donor Experience Intern supports the Advancement team in creating meaningful, personal experiences that strengthen relationships between Summit Ministries and its supporters. This position focuses on donor appreciation, communication, storytelling, and events, helping donors see the impact of their generosity and feel connected to Summit’s mission.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

  • Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintaining a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Summit. 
  • Advance Summit’s mission; confirm Summit’s Statement of Faith and Statement of Convictions, and to historic, orthodox Christian teaching regarding behavior, speech, conduct, and lifestyle; uphold Summit in prayer.
  • Make thank-you calls and prepare personal notes and other donor appreciation communications  
  • Assist with donor appreciation projects, gifts, and mailings  
  • Interview students and alumni to gather compelling ministry impact stories  
  • Help develop creative and personalized ways to engage and appreciate donors  
  • Assist with planning and executing fundraising and donor events  
  • Support donor-facing projects and communications across the Advancement team  
  • Assist with the Staff Auction and other engagement initiatives  
  • Represent Summit’s mission warmly and professionally when interacting with supporters

FUNCTIONAL JOB COMPETENCIES

  • Committed to the mission and vision of Summit Ministries
  • Strong servant leadership skills that are in line with the values of Summit Ministries.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills  
  • Warm, professional written and verbal communication  
  • Creativity and an ability to identify meaningful ways to engage donors  
  • Strong customer service and hospitality mindset  
  • Self-motivated with willingness to take initiative  
  • Flexible and comfortable moving between multiple projects  
  • Detail-oriented with strong follow-through  
  • Collaborative and enthusiastic team member

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, an active prayer life, and active involvement in a local church.
  • Understands, embraces, and can clearly articulate a biblical worldview.
  • Adaptable to Summit’s culture.
  • Education: College Sophomore or above preferred
  • Able to bring a personal vehicle for the summer. **Mileage reimbursement available

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Frequent on-site work at Summit Headquarters in Manitou Springs, with some remote work available  
  • Up to 40 hours per week during the internship period  
  • Regular interaction with donors, staff, students, and alumni  
  • Frequent phone, email, and in-person communication  
  • May require occasional evening or weekend hours for donor events  
  • Some physical activity related to event preparation, mailings, and donor projects  
  • Fast-moving environment requiring flexibility between projects