Advancement Intern

Time Commitment: 10 - 15 hours per week, with some hours on the weekend

Duration: 3 months, Sept 8, 2026 to Oct 30, 2026 (estimated end date)

Diaspora DNA Story Center is a cultural hub that explores origin stories and collective memories from the art, history, and lives of the global majority. We celebrate our shared humanity through story; kin keeping the common threads of our diasporas across the continuum of time.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development Intern to support Diaspora DNA’s outreach and fundraising efforts. This internship offers hands‑on experience in nonprofit communications, digital engagement, and donor development. It is an excellent opportunity for students or early-career professionals interested in gaining practical skills in the nonprofit sector while contributing to meaningful social impact.

This is a hybrid position, with some work taking place remotely and some requiring in‑person attendance at our office. Additionally, the intern will be asked to support weekend events on occasion; advanced notice will always be provided for any weekend commitments.

• Support the creation of marketing materials, reports, and donor communications
• Research prospective donors, grants, and partnership opportunities
• Help maintain the donor database and track fundraising campaigns
• Assist in planning, promoting, and working in‑person events
• Monitor engagement analytics and recommend ways to improve outreach
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends (with notice)

• 1 - 2 years of experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in nonprofit work, community development, or social impact
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Linked In, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Spark) is a plus
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and proactive
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Experience with donor platforms (e.g. Give Butter, Kindful, or similar) is a plus but not required

This is an intern role and a great opportunity for anyone interested in Advancement and grant writing for nonprofits. This is a hands‑on role that allows the intern to learn by doing and sharpen their skills.

Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
The Philadelphia Building
1315 Walnut Street, Suite 1101
Philadelphia, PA 19107
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