Development & Events Internship | Summer

Development & Events Internship | Summer 2026

Are you looking for a meaningful part-time internship? Harpeth Conservancy is looking for a Summer 2026 Development and Events intern who is interested in learning more about clean water protection and fundraising in the Greater Nashville area!

As a Development and Events Intern, you will work closely with our events team and development department to gain hands-on experience in event planning, logistics, and nonprofit operations. This is an excellent opportunity to build your resume while contributing to a cause that makes a difference. You’ll be involved in all stages of event preparation, from brainstorming ideas to executing successful events.

• Assist the Development team with various projects and clerical duties
• Assist in the planning efforts of upcoming Harpeth Conservancy events
• Connect with existing and prospective sponsors
• Assist with writing and presenting donor/sponsor proposals
• Solicitation of in-kind goods and services
• Recruitment of volunteers
• Assist with organizing logistics for the event
• Pick up event items from sponsors and partners
• Assist onsite at the event with set up, event implementation, and tear down as needed
• Must be available on event date:
  River Swing | September
  19, 2026
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Development or other HC staff to meet the needs of the organization

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Events Management, Non-Profit Management, Business Management, or a similar Field
• High attention to detail proven through accuracy
• Ability to utilize the Microsoft Office Suite and Google Product Suite
• Well-developed writing and editing skills
• Highly organized and efficient
• Able to interact and communicate positively and reasonably with coworkers, volunteers, and donors
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible hours, working occasional nights and weekends as needed

• This position will be completed in both an office environment and the outdoors
• Office work requires extended sitting or standing and the use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse
• Fieldwork for events may be performed outdoors in various weather conditions and may be physically demanding
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 40 lbs. is required
• Will be required to walk or stand for extended periods of time
• Hands‑on experience in nonprofit fundraising and event planning
• Networking opportunities with professionals in the nonprofit and corporate sectors
• Letter of recommendation and resume‑building experience

Founded in 1999, the Harpeth Conservancy mission is to restore and protect clean water and healthy ecosystems for rivers in Tennessee by employing scientific expertise and collaborative relationships to develop, promote and support broad community stewardship and action.