What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Associate - Greater Philadelphia or Pittsburgh Region position at CCS Fundraising?
TITLE: Summer Associate - Greater Philadelphia or Pittsburgh Region
LOCATION: Philadelphia or Pittsburgh
REPORTS TO: Senior Leadership Team
DEPARTMENT: Regional Team
MIN. EXPERIENCE: Earning a graduate degree
TYPE: 10 Weeks, June – August
LOCATION: Philadelphia or Pittsburgh
REPORTS TO: Senior Leadership Team
DEPARTMENT: Regional Team
MIN. EXPERIENCE: Earning a graduate degree
TYPE: 10 Weeks, June – August
This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship.
WHO WE ARE
CCS Fundraising is an international strategic fundraising firm that partners with nonprofits for transformational change. Since 1947, CCS has empowered many of the world’s greatest organizations across sectors to advance some of the most important causes in history. We plan, manage, and implement programs and initiatives that achieve fundraising goals and mission impact.
CCS Fundraising is an international strategic fundraising firm that partners with nonprofits for transformational change. Since 1947, CCS has empowered many of the world’s greatest organizations across sectors to advance some of the most important causes in history. We plan, manage, and implement programs and initiatives that achieve fundraising goals and mission impact.
CCS provides tailored support to more than 700 nonprofit organizations annually. Headquartered in New York, the firm has over 600 professionals and 18 offices throughout the United States and Europe. Our people are our greatest strength. At CCS, you will join a diverse team of smart, passionate, and resourceful professionals who are driven by purpose and committed to performance.
SUMMER ASSOCIATE OVERVIEW
The ten-week internship program is designed to expose MBA and Master’s students to different types of CCS projects through a rotational program with one to three clients. It is designed to offer a robust learning experience for individuals interested in impacting the nonprofit sector through a career in philanthropy and fundraising. Associates will have the opportunity to participate in the ongoing development efforts of a CCS client, work on projects to further fundraising initiatives, and/or support business development operations. Summer associates will be directly supervised by a CCS consultant and will be in regular communication with CCS Executives. At the end of the program, each intern will present on key learnings to CCS Executives and team members.
Based upon performance, each associate also will be considered for a full-time employment offer.
UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE
Outstanding candidates bring a diverse background, an interest in philanthropy, and ambition to succeed in a rewarding career. The ideal candidate is a highly self-motivated and passionate individual who possesses fundraising experience or transferable skills in consulting, communications, marketing, and strategic planning.
We are looking for a dedicated professional who can:
- Apply critical and strategic thinking to quickly identify the crux of a problem, question, or issue
- Communicate clearly, concisely, and logically both verbally and in writing and is comfortable articulating strategies with a variety of audiences
- Adopt an approach to any given situation and remain open-minded to new ideas
- Thrive in a mission-oriented environment and is motivated by the idea of working across philanthropic sectors
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current enrollment in an MBA or Master program
- Excellent quantitative analytical skills
- Keen business sense demonstrated in either a professional or academic environment
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff, volunteers, donors, and prospective donors
- Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Great storytelling skills and strong public speaking skills
- Philanthropic values and a commitment to service
- Strong work ethic, enthusiasm, and confidence
- Professional demeanor
- Microsoft Office proficiency
PROJECTS MAY INCLUDE
- Developing work plans and materials for campaign planning studies and development assessments
- Conducting analysis of our clients through review of fundraising performance and interviews with organization's executives, volunteer leaders, and donors
- Preparing fundraising campaign materials, including strategic plans, operating materials, case statements, and major gift proposals
- Conducting in-depth prospect research
- Writing and delivering high-impact presentations and materials
CCS offers competitive benefits, a dynamic training program, resources, career advancement, mentoring, and networking opportunities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage a diverse pool of candidates to apply.
