Development Intern - Christian Nonprofit

Benefits: Flexible schedule Training & development Wellness resources Position Summary: This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to learn event planning, administration, donor engagement, strategic planning, marketing, public relations (PR), and coordination, as well as nonprofit ministry operations. The intern will work closely with the Director of Development & Events to assist in planning and managing multiple ministry events throughout the season. Duties will include sponsorship development, event promotion, PR outreach, using event software to track ROI/ROE, planning, and setup, and logistical coordination—providing valuable real-world experience in both ministry and professional event management. Qualifications: · Agree with and sign the CEF Statement of Faith and demonstrate a disciplined, Christ-like life. · Possess a passion for reaching children with the Gospel. · Demonstrated ability to multi-task and take initiative. · Exhibited flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances. · Ability to maintain a willingness to learn and a teachable spirit. · Reside in the Hampton Roads area and be available for regular in-person meetings with the Director. · Willing and able to travel for events as needed. Primary Responsibilities: · Assist with event administration and organization, including mailings, ticketing, timelines, and expense tracking. · Use even software to track ROI/ROE, maintain event data, and support planning/setup processes. · Make phone calls to sponsors, donors, and volunteers. · Support donor care and relationship-building efforts. · Coordinate with affiliated church volunteers and ministry partners. · Help promote events through various communication channels and PR opportunities. · Participate in outreach and fundraising activities. · Travel as needed to assist with on-site event operations. Learning Opportunities: · Develop skills in strategic planning, marketing, public relations, the use of event management software, and event coordination for ministry initiatives. · Learn how to track and analyze ROI/ROE for events to evaluate ministry impact. · Gain interpersonal communication experience with staff, donors, volunteers, and the public. · Learn the inner workings of a nonprofit, faith-based ministry. · Network and collaborate with CEF local chapters. Reports To : Director of Development & Events Hours & Compensation : 10-20 hours per week. Externship opportunity for college credit, or paid internship at an hourly rate based on experience. Note: As a religious organization, Child Evangelism Fellowship is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees or prospective employees on the basis of religion. Flexible work from home options available. Compensation: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour Get Involved Child Evangelism Fellowship ® (CEF) is a church-assist organization focused on evangelizing and teaching children ages 4-14. CEF Virginia trains ministry teams of volunteers to conduct evangelistic events. We serve churches and individuals by equipping them to fulfill the great commission as an ambassador for Christ – reconciling the lost with the message of the gospel. Our Focus Is On Children And Church Ministries Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) of Virginia is a church-assist organization focused on evangelizing and teaching children ages 4-14. Simply stated, CEF Virginia trains ministry teams who volunteer to conduct evangelistic events usually outside the church walls. Child Evangelism Fellowship of Virginia serves churches and individuals by equipping them to fulfill the great commission. We help them to be an ambassador for Christ, equipping them to reconcile the lost with the message of the gospel. CEF Virginia serves all of the state chapters throughout Virginia. We have several different ministries for children such as the Good News Club , 5-Day Club and CYIA . We host several events through these ministries thereby serving the churches with proven children’s ministry training, materials and methods. This in turn allows us to lead the chapter communities in evangelizing children