The Position

The National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) seeks an undergraduate intern for summer 2025 to the team’s fundraising efforts on behalf of the Law Center.

This is a full-time, non-exempt paid position of 37.5 hours per week to start June 2, 2025 and end August 8, 2025. This work may be done in person or hybrid at our Washington, DC office. The successful candidate will need to be based in DC, Maryland, or Virginia for the duration of the internship.

The Organization

The National Women’s Law Center fights for gender justice — in the courts, in public policy, and in our society — working across the issues that are central to the lives of women and girls.

We use the law in all its forms to change culture and drive solutions to the gender inequity that shapes our society and to break down the barriers that harm all of us — especially women of color, LGBTQ+ people, and low-income women and families.

For more than 50 years, we have been on the leading edge of every major legal and policy victory for women, and we need you with us to continue this fight.

Duties and Responsibilities

The intern will work closely with the development team to:

• Conduct research on potential and current individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
• Prepare written research briefs summarizing donor findings.
• Update, add, or refine donor and prospect records in NWLC’s database, Raiser’s Edge.
• Provide logistical support for donor events and calls, including confirming/tracking contacts, and assisting with sponsorship fulfillment.
• Support donor stewardship efforts, including mailings or email communications drafting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate program required;
• Strong research and writing skills, including excellent analytical, oral, and written communications skills;
• Interest in gender justice and/or nonprofit fundraising or management
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel is required; experience with Outlook, PowerPoint, and Raiser’s Edge a plus;
• Detail oriented, self-starter, must have the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and complete assignments by specified deadlines;

Key Relations

The intern will report to the External Affairs Manager.

Compensation & Benefits

The intern will be paid an hourly rate of $17.50 per hour. This position is not eligible for benefits. If funding is available through the intern’s school, the payment contribution from NWLC will be adjusted accordingly.

Classification

This position is not included in the union-represented bargaining unit, NWLC United, affiliated with the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union/IFPTE Local 70.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

• A resume;
• A cover letter explaining your interest in this internship;

Applications accepted until position is filled. NWLC posts a number of internship opportunities. If you wish to be considered for more than one internship, please apply separately to each position of interest.

The National Women’s Law Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek applications from people with disabilities; people of all gender identities and sexual orientations; people of color; and veterans.

Research indicates members of marginalized groups tend to underestimate their qualifications and apply only if they are a 100% match. If you are passionate about NWLC’s mission and think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t check all the boxes, please apply. We’d appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the hiring process, please email NWLCHR@nwlc.org.