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Internship - Development and Special Events

Phoenix, Arizona, United States · On-site

Entry level$30K raised

NONPROFIT DEVELOPMENT AND SPECIAL EVENTS INTERN Part-time – Fall 2026 Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is seeking a current college student, graduate student, or recent college graduate who is interest…

Skills: Fundraising, Event Coordination, Database Management, Donor Research, Stewardship

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Internship - Development and Special Events

Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center

Phoenix, Arizona, United States • On-site

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  • Part-time, Internship
  • bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
  • Posted 4d ago
  • ~10 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The intern will provide administrative and operational support for special events, including the Yes Day Walk for Autism and the Community Breakfast. Responsibilities also include donor research, data entry in Raiser's Edge NXT, and assisting with fundraising campaigns.

Requirements

Candidates should be current college or graduate students, or recent graduates, with a degree in Non-profit Management, Communications, Marketing, or Business. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, while experience with fundraising databases is a plus.

Full job description

NONPROFIT DEVELOPMENT AND SPECIAL EVENTS INTERN
Part-time – Fall 2026 
 
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is seeking a current college student, graduate student, or recent college graduate who is interested in serving as an intern and providing a wide range of special event, database, administrative, and general support to SARRC’s Development Team for the 2026 Fall Semester (approximately August/September – December 2026).

In return, SARRC will provide an opportunity for the intern to gain experience in and familiarity with areas such as fundraising, special events, and the day-to-day operations of a large nonprofit organization. The Development Intern will report to the Development Operations Manager.
 
Your Role at SARRC
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Assist with coordination of the 2026 Yes Day Walk for Autism event (Sun., Oct. 25 at Tempe Beach Park)
    • Coordinating incentive prize solicitations and pick-up
    • Assisting with marketing material organization
    • Assisting with team captain outreach phone calls and follow-up
    • Assisting with outreach to companies to register company/organization teams
    • Assisting with the internal fundraising campaign needs
    • Assisting with day-of event logistics (preferred availability the entire week of October 19-25 with the ability to increase paid hours during event week)
  • Assist with administrative needs of the 2027 Community Breakfast
  • Assist with research on potential third-party fundraisers, corporate, foundation, and individual donors
  • Assist Development team with stewardship activities 
  • Assist with entering data and support items into Raiser’s Edge NXT cloud-based database
  • Assist with mailings, filing, and special projects as needed
  • Ability to attend weekly department staff meetings held on Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. – Noon, preferred but not required.
 
Who You Are
 
  • Currently seeking a current college student, current graduate student, or recent college graduate with a degree in or pursuing a degree in Non-profit Management, Communications, Marketing, or Business
  • Desire to learn more about fundraising, philanthropy and special event operations
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
  • Experience with fundraising databases and special events is a plus but not required
  • Great interpersonal skills and attention to detail and eagerness to work alongside a Development team of 9 staff members with careers at SARRC spanning from 6 months to 13 years!
 
 
Salary
$16/hr
 
Hours
10 Hours/Week
Flexible within business hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm)
 
Our Story
Established in 1997, the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to autism research, education, evidence-based treatment, and community outreach. We are one of the only autism organizations in the world that provides a lifetime of services for individuals and their families while also conducting cutting edge research. 

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Nonprofit ManagementFundraisingSpecial EventsRaiser's Edge NXTPhilanthropyDonor StewardshipCorporate OutreachMarketing MaterialsData EntryAutism Research

About Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center

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Our mission is to advance research and provide a lifetime of support for individuals with autism and their families.

Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1997
Headquarters
Phoenix, AZ
LinkedIn followers
6,846
Total funding
$30K

Established in 1997, the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to autism research, education, evidence-based treatment, and community outreach. We are one of the only autism organizations in the world that provides a lifetime of services for individuals and their families while also conducting cutting edge research. OUR MISSION To advance research and provide a lifetime of support for individuals with autism and their families. OUR VISION People with autism meaningfully integrated into inclusive communities. To view the many career opportunities at SARRC, visit us at autismcenter.org/careers. All stories, testimonials, and photography shared on SARRC’s official channels have informed consent. Material and experiences may not be reshared or reused without express permission.

Offices: 300 N 18th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006, US · 2225 N 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85006, US

Autism Spectrum DisorderFamily ServicesTeen and Adult ServicesChildren's ServicesNonprofitAutism ResearchDiagnostic ServicesBCBAABAApplied Behavior Analysis
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About Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center

LinkedInVisit site

Our mission is to advance research and provide a lifetime of support for individuals with autism and their families.

Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1997
Headquarters
Phoenix, AZ
LinkedIn followers
6,846
Total funding
$30K

Established in 1997, the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to autism research, education, evidence-based treatment, and community outreach. We are one of the only autism organizations in the world that provides a lifetime of services for individuals and their families while also conducting cutting edge research. OUR MISSION To advance research and provide a lifetime of support for individuals with autism and their families. OUR VISION People with autism meaningfully integrated into inclusive communities. To view the many career opportunities at SARRC, visit us at autismcenter.org/careers. All stories, testimonials, and photography shared on SARRC’s official channels have informed consent. Material and experiences may not be reshared or reused without express permission.

Offices: 300 N 18th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006, US · 2225 N 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85006, US

Autism Spectrum DisorderFamily ServicesTeen and Adult ServicesChildren's ServicesNonprofitAutism ResearchDiagnostic ServicesBCBAABAApplied Behavior Analysis
View all jobs at Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center

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