Internship Openings: Fall 2023
Roots of Development has two current internship openings for Fall of 2023, a Thought Leadership Intern and an Administrative & Event Planning Intern.
Thought Leadership Intern
Overview
Roots of Development, a Washington-DC based 501(c)(3) organization committed to supporting and practicing Development Without Dependency, seeks a part-time unpaid undergraduate or graduate intern for Fall of 2023. The role would be mostly remote, with the option for occasional in-person meetings with Roots of Development staff in Washington, DC.
Background
Roots of Development’s mission is to support and promote a community-driven approach to development—an approach that is based on strengthening local capacity in order to improve the quality of life in marginalized communities. We partner with local, community-based organizations that are sustainably improving quality of life in their communities by investing in local capacity and supporting community-led development initiatives.
Roots of Development’s intern will be part of our small team of committed, dedicated individuals and will gain experience in nonprofit management, donor relations, event planning, research, and writing.
Role Responsibilities
The intern will work under the supervision of the President & CEO and Communications & Strategic Development Manager.
Responsibilities may include:
- Leading the effort to compile and analyze Roots’ history
- Writing thought pieces on Community-Led Development and Development without Dependency
- Creating tools to help the organization grow and scale
- Sitting in on Roots’ Program Advisory Committee
This position will be what the intern makes of it– depending on the number of hours they’re able to commit, their responsibilities can expand to include what they’re experienced or interested in. If so inclined, the intern could be involved in: communications (social media, email), fundraising, research, website design, etc.
Requirements and Application
Required:
- Current undergraduate or graduate students (graduate preferred)
- Committed to sustainable, community-led development
- Independent, self-driven work style
- Strong writing and research skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Experience working with other cultures
- Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
Preferred:
- Experience working in nonprofits or international development
- Degree in or studying international relations, international development, or related field
- Located in Washington, DC
- Proficiency in Haitian Creole a plus
- Experience with Salesforce or other CRM
To apply: Send a resume, cover letter, and short writing sample to info@rootsofdevelopment.org. Please also include the number of hours you would be able to work and your proposed start and dates. Applicants will be screened and interviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled.
Administrative & Event Planning Intern
Overview
Roots of Development, a Washington-DC based 501(c)(3) organization committed to supporting and practicing Development Without Dependency, seeks a part-time unpaid undergraduate or graduate intern for Fall of 2023. The role would be mostly remote, with some responsibilities requiring meetings or other activities in the Washington, DC, area.
Background
Roots of Development’s mission is to support and promote a community-driven approach to development—an approach that is based on strengthening local capacity in order to improve the quality of life in marginalized communities. We partner with local, community-based organizations that are sustainably improving quality of life in their communities by investing in local capacity and supporting community-led development initiatives.
Roots of Development’s intern will be part of our small team of committed, dedicated individuals and will gain experience in nonprofit management, donor relations, event planning, research, and writing.
Role Responsibilities
The intern will work under the supervision of the President & CEO and Communications & Strategic Development Manager.
Responsibilities may include:
- Assisting Communications & Strategic Development Manager in planning the 2023 Annual Event
- Assisting Communications & Strategic Development Manager with donor research and Salesforce organization
- Assisting CEO with small administrative tasks
This position will be what the intern makes of it– depending on the number of hours they’re able to commit, their responsibilities can expand to include what they’re experienced or interested in. If so inclined, the intern could be involved in: communications (social media, email), fundraising, research, website design, etc.
Requirements and Application
Required:
- Current undergraduate or graduate students
- Committed to sustainable, community-led development
- Independent, self-driven work style
- Strong writing and research skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Experience working with other cultures
- Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
- Located primarily in Washington, DC, for the Fall 2023 Semester
Preferred:
- Experience working in nonprofits or international development
- Degree in or studying international relations, international development, or related field
- Proficiency in Haitian Creole a plus
- Experience with Salesforce or other CRM
To apply: Send a resume, cover letter, and short writing sample to info@rootsofdevelopment.org. Include which internship you’re applying for in your application. Please also include the number of hours you would be able to work and your proposed start and dates. Applicants will be screened and interviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled.