The rubin museum
Please see instructions on how to apply at the bottom of this page.
Intern Responsibilities:
The Development Intern will work closely with the Senior Manager of Institutional Philanthropy and the Development team at the Rubin Museum of Art to inspire increased Corporate Support of the Rubin’s programs. As a nonprofit, the Rubin relies on fundraising to present exhibitions, films, performances, and on-stage conversations as well as a robust roster of educational programs. The Rubin Museum is pursuing major, wide-reaching initiatives in addition to planning activities aligned with our upcoming 20th Anniversary.
This is an exciting time to learn alongside the Development team as they strategize multi-year campaigns and new global and digital projects.
Projects/ Assignments:
Research existing and prospective Corporate Members and Sponsors
Help update and review the museum’s existing contact lists and files from past sponsors
Assist with preparing written materials for outreach to prospective sponsors
Collaborate with Development team to prioritize engagement strategies
Engage with prospective sponsors in person, on the phone, and via personalized emails
Engage with the public to inspire membership during a K2 Free Friday night event
Assist with preliminary planning of a Fall Corporate outreach event
Other duties as assigned to help support development and fundraising effort
Qualifications & Required Skills:
Enrolled in a bachelors or graduate program
Interest in philanthropy, research, and arts administration
Engaging personality with excellent verbal and writing skills
Comfortable interacting with donors and potential donors on the phone and in person
Organized and detail-oriented
Able to maintain discretion and confidentiality
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Excel
Interest in art, museum studies, or Asian philosophies a plus
Interns will work onsite 28 hours per week and attend a mandatory offsite program day one day per week with their cohort.
Interns must be available for the duration of the program.
INTERNSHIP DURATION:
Total Weeks: 9 weeks
Work Hours per Week: 28
Total Hours: 252
Workdays: 3 days per week onsite and 1 day hybrid.
PROGRAM DAY:
On the 5th day of each week, interns will attend an offsite program day with their cohort.
These hours are separate from the internship hours.