Non Profit Advancement Office Intern

Job Title: Advancement Office Intern – Spring 2026
Department: Advancement – Development 
Reports To: Director, Annual Fund
Location: Roslindale, MA

Interested in being a non-profit leader? 
Are you curious about why donors give and how your work can impact those in-need?
Would you thrive in a small office of professionals who nurture high productivity and surpass milestones with teamwork and creativity?
Then this is an opportunity for you!
• Gain direct experience in nonprofit development, donor relations, fundraising and events
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
• Opportunity to gain experience in database management.
• Networking opportunities within the nonprofit sector.

Location: Rogerson Communities, 1 Florence Street, Roslindale, MA 02131 
Duration Spring Term 2026
Job Type: Paid Internship Spring 2026 Intern: $18 / hour

Position Overview: 
The Advancement Office Intern will play a crucial role in supporting the organization's development efforts.

Key Responsibilities: 
 

Appeal Cycle Support
• Learn and help maintain timelines and workflows for annual and special campaign appeals.
• Support data entry, segmentation, and mailing list preparation within the donor database.
• Track responses and assist in analyzing appeal performance metrics.

Donor Cultivation & Stewardship
• Conduct research on prospects and current donors to support cultivation strategies.
• Assist with preparing donor briefings, call sheets, and stewardship materials.
• Help manage acknowledgment letters and donor recognition processes.
• Support consistent documentation of donor interactions and updates within the CRM.
• Participate in cultivation planning meetings and contribute ideas for strengthening donor acquisition engagement and retention.
 

Donor Relations
• Learn the importance of communication pieces such as newsletters, impact updates, and donor spotlights.
• Help ensure donor information remains accurate and confidential across systems.
• Provide administrative support for donor meetings, including scheduling and follow-up tasks.
 

Events Support
• Assist with planning, timelines, and execution of a major gala and community events.
• Help coordinate invitation lists, RSVPs, and guest communications.
• Support onsite event setup, registration, and hospitality.
• Contribute to post-event stewardship efforts, including thank-you communications and data entry.

Administrative Support
• Provide general administrative assistance when needed
• Support filing, scanning, and maintaining shared documents.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.

Qualifications: 
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program (e.g., nonprofit management, english, communications, marketing, business, public relations, or related field).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft professional correspondence and materials.
• Excellent organizational skills and detailed oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Interest in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, philanthropy, and/or event planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and interest in learning donor database/CRM systems.
• Ability to conduct research and synthesize information clearly and accurately.
• Comfortable interacting with a range of stakeholders, including senior leadership, donors, volunteers, and community members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion.
• Initiative-taking, dependable, a good sense of humor and enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.

Application Instructions: 
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant writing samples to - Margery Warren, Director, Annual Fund, warren@rogerson.org. In your cover letter, please explain your interest in nonprofit development and how this internship aligns with your career goals.

About Rogerson Communities
Rogerson Communities has been serving the needs of older adults in need for over 165 years. We are proud of this legacy and today we are at the forefront of developing and managing additional affordable housing for this undeserved population in the greater Boston area and beyond. With a commitment to providing affordable, safe, and stable homes for the aging population, Rogerson leads in the commitment to being part of the housing solution. Each property provides a vibrant, welcoming home atmosphere focused on independent living, building friendships and connecting residents to external needs such as health care and diverse cultural events.

Rogerson takes a leadership role in advocating for local, state, and national policies that furthers its goal to ensure every older person can age in place for as long as possible, regardless of their financial status. The CEO/President of Rogerson Communities is the Chair of the Board for LeadingAge Massachusetts and the Treasurer of the National LeadingAge. LeadingAge is a community of nonprofit aging service providers and other mission-driven organizations serving older adults. LeadingAge is the trusted voice for aging and envisioning an America that values older adults and those who serve them.

Rogerson Communities is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.