Overview of Position: This is an excellent opportunity for those wishing to develop skills in non-profit fundraising - a much sought after and useful skill for social change activists. This intern will work with the Resource Development team. The intern will gain quality experience in the non-profit sector and benefit from collaboration with other Fair Trade USA departments including Producer Services and Grassroots Outreach.
Specific duties include:
- Researching potential funding or sponsorship sources.
- Maintaining foundation and donor records.
- Assisting with mailings.
- Writing for the web.
- Assisting with building strategic partnerships.
- Spanish translation (ideally).
Qualifications: • College/university degree or active enrollment, or equivalent experience. • Excellent written communication skills in English. • Strong interest in research, writing, and fundraising for nonprofit organizations. • Commitment to social justice and the role of Fair Trade in international development. • Familiarity with online writing and research. • Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office and the Internet. • Prior marketing, fundraising, or grant application experience is a plus. •Spanish or French language skills are a plus.
The internship will ideally begin in January 2013 and applicants must be able to commit to volunteering 10-20 hours per week. This is an unpaid internship, but reimbursement for local travel expenses is available.
About Fair Trade USA and Fair Trade Certified™ Products: Fair Trade Certified products enable democratically-organized farmers and workers in the developing world to use the power of their own businesses and the U.S. market to achieve uniquely sustainable improvements to their quality of life. As the leading third-party certifier and promoter of Fair Trade Certified products in the U.S. that works with farmers and workers in over 60 countries across Latin America, Africa, and Asia, Fair Trade USA brings the Fair Trade Certified approach to the world's largest consumer economy. Our work has enabled farmers and workers to earn over $200 million in additional income to date, while building their skills as international businesspeople.
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and 2 brief writing samples (preferably one from social media writing) to Laurie Lyser through the Careers section of our website at www.fairtradeusa.org
Fair Trade USA is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity among its staff. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, legally protected medical condition, or disability.
