About this Opportunity
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, in partnership with Spencer Ross, has created a comprehensive paid fellowship program for college juniors or seniors, recent college graduates, early career professionals or those in career transition interested in pursuing a career in nonprofit fundraising. The successful candidate will express a distinct interest in learning about and/or pursuing a career in nonprofit fundraising. Fellows will have the opportunity to learn in a highly collaborative setting, assisting in all areas of the Broadway Cares’ development team.
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Our goal is to attract qualified candidates and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, respect and integrity for all.
Responsibilities include
- Research
- Writing
- Attending meetings
- Note-taking
- Data entry and reporting
- Relationship-building
- Event support
- Other administrative tasks
We provide
- Regular one-on-one meetings with development fellowship coordinators
- Access to the entire development team to provide insight into all aspects of fundraising
- Access to fundraising workshops
- Mock interviews
- Individualized career mentorship and goal-setting
- Weekly stipend of $450
Schedule
Applicants should be prepared to work in-person in our Times Square office for 3 full days (10 am-6 pm) or 5 partial days (5 hours/day) during the work week. Additional nights/weekends may be requested depending on the event schedule.
Summer, fall and spring semesters, or a combined fall/spring year-long session, are available. One fellowship available per session.
- Fall: August 19 – December 13, 2024 (deadline for submission: July 15, 2024)
- Spring: January 6 -May 2, 2025 (deadline for submission: November 1, 2024)
- Combined Fall/Spring session: August 19, 2024 – May 2, 2025 (deadline for submission July 15, 2024)
- Summer: May 5 – July 31, 2025 (deadline for submission: March 24, 2025)
How to apply:
Applicants should send the following to resumes@broadwaycares.org with the subject “Development Fellowship – Your Name”:
- Resume
- Personal Statement: In a single page, share an experience that shaped your career path and explain why you are interested in this fundraising training program. Be sure to elaborate on your goals and what you hope to learn from this fellowship. Please indicate which semester(s) you are available.
- References: Three professional or academic references who can speak to your work ethic and career aspirations
- Include name, title or connection to you, phone number and email