Development Intern (Paid)

Position Description

Position Title: Development Intern

Group: Development

Location: Remote, USA (excluding New York state)

Reports To: Development Specialist

Status: Part-time, non-exempt

Duration: 3 months (10-20 hours/week)

Position Summary:

The Development Intern will support Winrock International’s Development team with donor research, data management, donor profile development, proposal support, and donor-facing communications. The internship requires a dynamic, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking an independent, engaged self-starter who is eager to gain hands-on experience and develop in-depth knowledge of the international development field. This internship offers meaningful exposure to fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and cross-functional collaboration with portfolio and program teams, while supporting efforts to communicate Winrock’s mission and impact to external audiences.

Essential Responsibilities

      1. Donor Research & Prospect Development

• Support the Development Specialist and Director of Major Gifts with research on prospective individual, foundation, and institutional donors
• Compile and synthesize information into donor profiles, prospect briefs, and portfolio materials
• Support identification of new funding opportunities aligned with Winrock’s programs and strategic priorities
• Assist with maintaining accurate and current donor and prospect records

      2. Data Entry & Database Support

• Support the Development Specialist with maintaining donor, prospect, and engagement data in Winrock’s donor database or CRM
• Support data quality and data hygiene efforts, including reviewing records for accuracy and completeness
• Assist with preparing basic reports, lists, and tracking tools for Development team use

      3. Communications & Donor-Facing Materials

• Support Development staff in developing clear, compelling communications to be shared with donors and prospects
• Draft, edit, and format donor-facing content such as:
  • Impact updates and summaries
  • Program and project descriptions
  • Briefing materials and background documents
  • Stewardship and acknowledgement content
• Ensure communications are aligned with Winrock’s mission, voice, and branding guidelines

      4. Administrative & General Development Support

• Provide general administrative and project support to the Development team including calendar management and meeting coordination
• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President, Development and/or the Director of Development Operations

Qualifications and Background:

Education

• Senior-level undergraduate or graduate student
• Academic focus in a field relevant to Winrock International’s work, such as geography, international relations, political science, climate, environment, food systems, agriculture, entrepreneurship, or a related discipline

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Required

• Exceptional writing and communication skills (Writing example may be requested)
• Strong analytical and research abilities
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team
• Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Preferred

• International experience
• Familiarity with utilizing AI-assisted tools and resources
• Experience preparing communications materials such as brochures, pamphlets, reports, or presentations
• Experience writing or contributing to grant applications or proposals
• Proven commitment to pursuing a career in international development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint)

Winrock is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and value diversity and inclusiveness. Winrock recruits, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law.   

At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity, and transformation.  

Winrock knows that its success comes from the hard work and steadfast dedication of its diverse workforce. Winrock remains committed to maintaining diversity, inclusion, and equity across the entire organization.