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Summer Development Internship at Nantucket Land & Water Council

Anna Day • February 6, 2025

Location: Nantucket Island
Hours: 25-35 hours per week
Compensation: $22 per hour

Are you passionate about environmental conservation? Join the Nantucket Land & Water Council (NLWC) this summer and be a part of protecting and preserving the natural beauty of Nantucket Island!


As a summer development intern at NLWC, you’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in nonprofit development and event coordination while supporting critical initiatives for the island’s land and water preservation efforts.

Internship Highlights

  • Flexible Timeframe: Start and end dates are flexible within late May to early September.
  • Hands-On Learning: Assist in a wide range of development tasks, including:
  • Prospect Research: Help identify and engage potential supporters and partners.
  • Mailings & Data Entry: Contribute to the administrative efforts that keep our programs running smoothly.
  • Event Support: Play a role in the planning and execution of fundraising, cultivation, and educational events.
  • Fundraising Assistance: Support the team in raising essential funds to further the Council’s mission.

Why NLWC

  • Gain invaluable experience in environmental nonprofit work.
  • Work on projects that directly impact the preservation of Nantucket’s natural resources.
  • Be part of a supportive, passionate team dedicated to making a difference.

Requirements

  • Strong interest in nonprofit work, environmental conservation, and community engagement.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and willing to take initiative.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and/or Google Docs and Sheets

Desired (but not required) Skills

  • Experience in graphic design, Canva or Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
  • Familiar with database entry, ideally Raiser’s Edge

Please Note

  • This position does not provide housing, but NLWC will use its contacts to assist with the housing search on Nantucket Island.

How to Apply

Send your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to search@nantucketlandwater.org. The deadline for applying is March 31, 2024. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early!

Join us this summer in our mission to protect Nantucket’s precious land and water resources. We look forward to hearing from you!

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