Advancement Office Intern - Rogerson Communities : Job Details

Rogerson CommunitiesBoston, MA 02131, USA

Job Title: Advancement Office InternDepartment: Advancement – Development and MarketingReports To: Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations

Location: Rogerson Communities, 1 Florence Street, Roslindale, MA 02131Duration: Spring 2025Job Type: Paid Internship

Are you interested in being a non-profit leader? Want to learn how to secure important funds for an organization with a powerful mission? Then this is the opportunity for you:

• Hands-on experience in nonprofit development and fundraising.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
• Opportunity to learn and develop skills in grant writing and donor research.
• Networking opportunities within the nonprofit sector.

Position Overview:The Advancement Office Intern will play a crucial role in supporting the organization's development efforts. This position focuses on cleaning and managing the donor database, conducting research and prospecting potential donors, and assisting with grant writing. Additional opportunities are available based on the intern's interests.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:- Interest in nonprofit development and fundraising.- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program, preferably in a related field.- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).- Experience with database management (e.g., Bloomerang) is a plus.- Ability to conduct thorough and accurate research.

Application Instructions:To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant writing samples to Kelly Knox at [email protected]. In your cover letter, please explain your interest in nonprofit development and how this internship aligns with your career goals.

About Rogerson Communities:Rogerson Communities is on the cutting edge of developing and managing affordable housing for older adults in the greater Boston area and beyond. With a commitment to providing affordable, safe, and stable homes for the aging population, Rogerson leads in the commitment to being part of the housing solution. Through focus groups and individual interviews, Rogerson ensures its housing developments are aligned with the needs and desires of older adults. Each property is designed to not just provide shelter, but to provide a vibrant, welcoming home atmosphere with ample opportunity for self-care, building community, and connecting residents to external needs such as medical care and affordable cultural events.

Rogerson takes a leadership role in advocating for local, state, and national policies that further its goal to ensure every older person is afforded the opportunity to age in place for as long as possible, regardless of their financial status. The CEO/President of Rogerson Communities is the Chair of the Board for LeadingAge Massachusetts and the Treasurer of the National LeadingAge. LeadingAge is a community of nonprofit aging service providers and other mission-driven organizations serving older adults. LeadingAge is the trusted voice for aging and envisions an America that values older adults and those who serve them.

Rogerson Communities is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.