The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts is looking for a Development Intern to take under its wing. If you are a student or individual looking to add some experience to your resume, this might be ideal for you!

This position will be responsible for assistance in preparing for fundraising events, campaigns, and promotions. Optimally, the individual would be interested in business, hospitality and/or food insecurity. 

Interns will have the chance to develop their verbal and written communication skills while participating in large fundraising events at one of the biggest nonprofits in the Pioneer Valley. This internship offers skill training in organizational management, event coordination, and networking. It will also increase the intern’s professional network tremendously as they work with local businesses.

Qualifications:

• Must be willing to call and visit businesses to ask for their participation in fundraisers such as Monte’s March.
• Must be organized, well-spoken, professional, and punctual.
• Must have attention to detail.
• Creative thinking and enthusiasm.
• Candidates must be available Monday-Friday.
• Must have a car and be willing to use it to flyer for events, attend meetings, and visit businesses (mileage reimbursement available).
• Experience in sales or customer service is a plus (but not required).
• Candidates must be able to travel to and from The Food Bank warehouse and offices in Hatfield.

Please email resumes and cover letters with the subject line “Internship: [Development Intern]" to Amanda Reynolds, Volunteer and Community Engagement Coordinator, at amandar@foodbankwma.org.