Summer Internship: Fundraising and Marketing Assistant
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Duluth, MN, United States
Summer Fundraising & Marketing Intern
Job Specifications: 18-20 hours/week | $15/hour | Mid-May – Mid-August | Location: Duluth & Superior (Hybrid)
About Mentor North Mentor North builds resilience and expands opportunity for young people through supported one-to-one mentoring relationships in Duluth and Superior. Through consistent connections with caring adults, youth strengthen confidence, develop positive identity, and expand their sense of possibility.
Position Overview Mentor North seeks an organized, creative, detail-oriented Fundraising & Marketing Intern to support development and event efforts, with a primary focus on our June 25th Summer Fest in Superior. This position offers experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, marketing, and event coordination.
The intern will work closely with the Development and Communications Coordinator and Summer Fest Task Force to help ensure a successful event and strong donor stewardship throughout the summer.
Key Responsibilities
Summer Fest Event Support
Conduct phone calls and follow-up outreach to sponsors, donors, and supporters
Assist with donation requests and auction item coordination
Design signage and promotional materials in Canva
Assist with recruitment and coordination of event volunteers
Support day-of-event setup, logistics, and donor recognition
Coordinate and implement post-event thank-you communications
Fundraising & Marketing Support
Assist with donor stewardship and recognition tracking
Support social media and email promotion
Help prepare marketing materials
Ensure accurate documentation of donations and in-kind contributions
Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfort making phone calls and asking for donations
Experience with Canva or similar design platforms
Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
Interest in nonprofit work, youth development, or community engagement
Ability to work occasional evening hours
Organizational Culture Mentor North’s small team offers a dynamic and engaging culture rooted in collaboration, support, and growth. Attracting, retaining and celebrating a diverse staff is essential to fulfilling our mission. BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply. Our organizational goal is to create a vibrant and inclusive mentorship community.
Work Environment
Based in Superior and Duluth, with a combination of in-office, remote, and community-based work
Intermittent travel throughout the Twin Ports for meetings and events
Dynamic, fast-paced environment requiring flexibility and collaboration
Sustained periods of computer-based work, phone calls, and digital communication
Promptness and reliability required to support scheduled activities and events
Physical Requirements
Occasionally moves, transports, sets up, and takes down event supplies (tables, chairs, canopy with weights, displays)
Accesses items stored at various heights using safe methods
Sustains attention and communication in varied indoor and outdoor environments
Mentor North is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their roles. Applicants are encouraged to request accommodations as needed during the application process.
Applications will be accepted, and interviews will take place, on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.
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About Mentor North Mentor North builds resilience and expands opportunity for young people through supported one-to-one mentoring relationships in Duluth and Superior. Through consistent connections with caring adults, youth strengthen confidence, develop positive identity, and expand their sense of possibility.
Position Overview Mentor North seeks an organized, creative, detail-oriented Fundraising & Marketing Intern to support development and event efforts, with a primary focus on our June 25th Summer Fest in Superior. This position offers experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, marketing, and event coordination.
The intern will work closely with the Development and Communications Coordinator and Summer Fest Task Force to help ensure a successful event and strong donor stewardship throughout the summer.
Key Responsibilities
Summer Fest Event Support
Conduct phone calls and follow-up outreach to sponsors, donors, and supporters
Assist with donation requests and auction item coordination
Design signage and promotional materials in Canva
Assist with recruitment and coordination of event volunteers
Support day-of-event setup, logistics, and donor recognition
Coordinate and implement post-event thank-you communications
Fundraising & Marketing Support
Assist with donor stewardship and recognition tracking
Support social media and email promotion
Help prepare marketing materials
Ensure accurate documentation of donations and in-kind contributions
Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfort making phone calls and asking for donations
Experience with Canva or similar design platforms
Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
Interest in nonprofit work, youth development, or community engagement
Ability to work occasional evening hours
Organizational Culture Mentor North’s small team offers a dynamic and engaging culture rooted in collaboration, support, and growth. Attracting, retaining and celebrating a diverse staff is essential to fulfilling our mission. BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply. Our organizational goal is to create a vibrant and inclusive mentorship community.
Work Environment
Based in Superior and Duluth, with a combination of in-office, remote, and community-based work
Intermittent travel throughout the Twin Ports for meetings and events
Dynamic, fast-paced environment requiring flexibility and collaboration
Sustained periods of computer-based work, phone calls, and digital communication
Promptness and reliability required to support scheduled activities and events
Physical Requirements
Occasionally moves, transports, sets up, and takes down event supplies (tables, chairs, canopy with weights, displays)
Accesses items stored at various heights using safe methods
Sustains attention and communication in varied indoor and outdoor environments
Mentor North is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their roles. Applicants are encouraged to request accommodations as needed during the application process.
Applications will be accepted, and interviews will take place, on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.
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