Development / Fundraising Intern

An internship with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. 

Position Summary: The Development Intern supports the Development team with day-to-day tasks that help advance fundraising and donor engagement efforts. This role provides hands-on experience in a nonprofit environment while contributing to meaningful mission-driven work. This is a remote, paid internship available for Summer 2026.

We are currently seeking five (5) interns to join our Development team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with event preparation and follow-up.
• Support donor outreach efforts (emails, mailings, tracking).
• Help maintain and update donor or event data in systems.
• Provide general administrative support to the Development team.
• Participate in team meetings and learning opportunities.

What You’ll Gain:

• Exposure to fundraising and nonprofit operations.
• Experience working with a collaborative team.
• Insight into donor engagement and event execution.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree as a Junior or Senior in college, any year in graduate school, or a recent higher education graduate.
• Open to all majors, with a preference for Business Administration, Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or related fields.
• Must have reliable access to a personal laptop and stable internet connection for the duration of the internship.
• Ability to work 8 weeks, 20 hours/week.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong detail orientation, organizational skills, and time-management skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple deadlines and ask for help when needed.
• Desire to learn about nonprofit fundraising and producing large events.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software for e-mail, document, and spreadsheet creation/management – specific training will be provided.

What We Will Offer: 

We are dedicated to your personal and professional growth while you work with us and beyond.  Here are some of the things you can expect as an intern with our organization. 

• Networking and professional development sessions with other interns across the organization 

• Mentoring from Society staff dedicated to the internship program. 

• The opportunity to uncover and leverage your strengths through Clifton Strengths assessment & evaluation. 

• We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that brings the power of diversity to life through our Employee Resource Groups “ERGs”, Inclusive Voices, Society Pride, Workability and Military Community Network . Our ERGs are dedicated to supporting the continued development of your professional and leadership skills.  

• Opportunity to learn about multiple sclerosis and work with the leading national organization supporting people impacted by MS. 

The hourly rate for internships is $22.00.  If you are unable to be paid for this internship due to outside funding or other directives from your educational institution – please let your hiring manager know AFTER you have been identified as the final candidate.  

Duration: The internship is anticipated to begin on June 22, 2026, and conclude on August 14, 2026.

About the National MS Society 

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a national Non-Profit that exists because there are people with MS. Our vision is a world free of MS. Everything we do is focused so that people affected by MS can live their best lives as we stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end MS forever. 

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS.