What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fundraising Administrative Intern position at United Way of Utah County?
Fundraising Administrative Intern
Part-time | Unpaid Internship
About the Role
United Way of Utah County is seeking a Fundraising Administrative Intern to support our Senior Director of Resource Development. This is a great opportunity for a student or emerging professional looking to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor engagement, and grant research.
Time Commitment & Location
· 5–10 hours per week (flexible schedule).
· Must be able to work in person at our Provo office during business hours (M–F, 8 AM–5 PM).
· Occasional morning, evening or weekend events and meetings may be available for additional learning opportunities (optional).
· Internship duration: Mid-April to mid-August (flexible timeline, but starting early April is preferred).
What You’ll Gain
· Exposure to diverse funding strategies, including grants, individual philanthropy, and corporate engagement.
· Opportunities to attend fundraising events and meetings with community leaders, gaining firsthand experience in donor cultivation and engagement.
· Experience working alongside Resource Development, Marketing, Volunteer Center, and Finance teams that support fundraising efforts across Central and Southern Utah.
· Hands-on training with fundraising and marketing platforms such as Salesforce, email platforms, and donation websites.
Key Responsibilities
Provide administrative and research support to the Senior Director of Resource Development, including:
· Grant and corporate sponsor research: Identifying potential funding opportunities, assessing requirements, and tracking deadlines.
· Grant administration: Managing application records and updating dashboards.
· Donor database management: Updating and maintaining donor contact records in Salesforce CRM.
· Event coordination: Assisting with sending invitations to current and prospective donors.
· Storytelling & impact sharing: Gathering and organizing program impact stories and statistics for donor communications (in collaboration with the Marketing Team).
· Meeting preparation: Assembling materials for donor meetings and planning sessions.
· Fundraising documentation: Organizing key fundraising files in our new SharePoint system (transitioning from Google Drive).
Ideal Candidate
· Passionate about nonprofit work, fundraising, and community impact.
· Detail-oriented, quick learner, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
· Strong communication and organizational skills.
· Comfortable with technology and eager to learn new platforms like Salesforce and SharePoint.
This internship is a great stepping stone for anyone interested in fundraising, philanthropy, nonprofit management, or marketing. If you’re ready to gain real-world experience in nonprofit fundraising, please contact Janie Brigman, Senior Director of Resource Development, at janieb@unitedwayuc.org
