What are the responsibilities and job description for the Events & Fundraising Intern position at The Partners Group?
Job Type
Internship
Description
Find your place at The Partners Group, a purpose-driven company committed to making a difference in our community through our work and inspiring others to do the same.
TPG’s success is driven by a culture that values partnerships. We’re looking for people who invest in their relationships, seek to learn, create winning solutions for all, and do what they say they are going to do. Hard work goes without saying at TPG, supported by our culture that thrives on having fun while living well. This is what it means to be a partner for our clients and teammates.
Are you ready to join an amazing team that has won too many Employer of Choice awards to list? Let’s work together!
Summer 2025: The Partners Group has an outstanding opportunity for a high-achieving college student to work with our TPG Foundation and Operations teams as an Events & Fundraising Intern!
How You Will Make An Impact At TPG
As an Events & Fundraising Intern, you’ll play a hands-on role in planning meaningful events, supporting fundraising efforts, and engaging with donors and sponsors to make a real impact. This internship is a great opportunity to build event coordination skills, gain fundraising experience, and contribute to a mission-driven team!
What a Typical Day In This Role Looks Like
Location: Onsite in our Portland, OR office
Hours: 30 hours/week, Monday-Friday for 10 weeks (approximately); occasional evening hours needed for company events
Start Date: Mid-June 2025 (exact date TBD)
Physical Requirements: Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods, ability to communicate verbally and in writing, as well as lift, pull, and stand as needed for event setup and logistics.
Pay rate: $18/hour on a W2 basis
Requirements
What you’ll bring to the table:
TPG promotes a culture of inclusion and is committed to growing the diversity of our workforce. This is a place where all employees have the opportunity to achieve their goals and meet the needs of our clients and the communities we serve. Embracing and encouraging a diverse range of perspectives makes us stronger, smarter, and more effective. The sum of our individual differences drives our culture, reputation, and achievements.
Apply Today
Complete the application using your resume! A cover letter is not required - but we'd love to learn why you're interested in the opportunity to join us this summer.
The Partners Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. TPG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
Internship
Description
Find your place at The Partners Group, a purpose-driven company committed to making a difference in our community through our work and inspiring others to do the same.
TPG’s success is driven by a culture that values partnerships. We’re looking for people who invest in their relationships, seek to learn, create winning solutions for all, and do what they say they are going to do. Hard work goes without saying at TPG, supported by our culture that thrives on having fun while living well. This is what it means to be a partner for our clients and teammates.
Are you ready to join an amazing team that has won too many Employer of Choice awards to list? Let’s work together!
Summer 2025: The Partners Group has an outstanding opportunity for a high-achieving college student to work with our TPG Foundation and Operations teams as an Events & Fundraising Intern!
How You Will Make An Impact At TPG
As an Events & Fundraising Intern, you’ll play a hands-on role in planning meaningful events, supporting fundraising efforts, and engaging with donors and sponsors to make a real impact. This internship is a great opportunity to build event coordination skills, gain fundraising experience, and contribute to a mission-driven team!
What a Typical Day In This Role Looks Like
- Event Planning & Execution: Assist in organizing and coordinating fundraising and internal company events, managing logistics, timelines, and vendor communications.
- Fundraising Support: Help develop and implement fundraising campaigns, research potential donors, and prepare materials for donor outreach.
- Donor & Sponsor Engagement: Identify and solicit in-kind donations for silent auctions, encourage peer-to-peer fundraising, and support sponsor relations.
- Administrative Assistance: Maintain donor and event databases, track participation, and support event follow-ups with reports and evaluations.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, volunteers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless event execution and fundraising success.
- Front Desk & Office Support: Provide reception coverage and general office support, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment for visitors and staff.
Location: Onsite in our Portland, OR office
Hours: 30 hours/week, Monday-Friday for 10 weeks (approximately); occasional evening hours needed for company events
Start Date: Mid-June 2025 (exact date TBD)
Physical Requirements: Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods, ability to communicate verbally and in writing, as well as lift, pull, and stand as needed for event setup and logistics.
Pay rate: $18/hour on a W2 basis
Requirements
What you’ll bring to the table:
- Working toward a BA/BS degree with a 3.0 GPA, with a degree focus in Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
- Incoming Junior- or Senior- status strongly preferred
- Ability to operate a computer and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- You have a passion for nonprofit work and a commitment to the organization’s mission
- You have previous customer service or administrative work experience
- You have the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
TPG promotes a culture of inclusion and is committed to growing the diversity of our workforce. This is a place where all employees have the opportunity to achieve their goals and meet the needs of our clients and the communities we serve. Embracing and encouraging a diverse range of perspectives makes us stronger, smarter, and more effective. The sum of our individual differences drives our culture, reputation, and achievements.
Apply Today
Complete the application using your resume! A cover letter is not required - but we'd love to learn why you're interested in the opportunity to join us this summer.
The Partners Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. TPG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
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