Development Internship

WHO WE ARE

Salzburg Global Seminar is an independent non-profit organization founded in 1947 with a mission to challenge current and future leaders to shape a better world. Together with our world-spanning network of 40,000 Fellows, we have been at the forefront of global movements for change for 75 years, with significant impact on individuals, institutions, and systems.

Whether at our home of Schloss Leopoldskron, online, or in locations around the world, our programs are inclusive, interdisciplinary, international and intergenerational. They are designed to provide a global lab for innovation and transformation. We convene cohorts of passionate changemakers across diverse fields and backgrounds. We develop and curate networks that support collaboration, share innovations with new audiences, and expand our impact by working with partners around the globe.

We are supported by a combination of institutional partnerships, generous individual donations and revenue generated from our social enterprise, Hotel Schloss Leopoldskron. We seek to be an exemplary international institution in terms of equity and environmental sustainability. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in our work.

WHAT WE OFFER

The internships are full-time, for a maximum period of three months. Although the position is not paid, we will provide the successful candidate with:

• board and lodging at Schloss Leopoldskron,
• a return ticket for their country of origin,
• excellent networking opportunities with the international participants of our programs.

The Internship start date for the Development Internship is available in:

• early May

Should your application be successful, we will provide the exact internship dates with your internship offer. Due to program scheduling and accommodation reasons, we do not accommodate internship requests outside these fixed periods.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

As an integral part of the Development team, you will be conducting background research into institutions and potential partners, drafting program-related concept notes, proposals, and reports, as well as providing administrative support for Salzburg Global’s programs.

The Development Intern works across Salzburg Global’s teams, offices, and levels to help develop programs and identify new fundraising opportunities and prospective partnerships. Interns will also be expected to support the administrative functions of the Development Team and must thus be willing to contribute to day-to-day operational tasks and capable of using computers and IT effectively.

Typical duties include:

• Conducting research for the Development Team regarding potential institutional and individual donors, summarizing findings, and making recommendations regarding follow-up;
• Supporting the Program Team in organizing, implementing, and documenting Salzburg Global Seminar programs;
• Using the organization’s Raiser’s Edge database to gather historical information regarding individual and institutional partners;
• Drafting program-related concept notes and assisting in the development of proposals and reports to partners and institutional supporters;
• Reviewing and editing concept papers and grant proposals for clarity;
• Writing briefings to prepare executives for external meetings and calls;
• Coordinate the development and submission of annual endowment reports to institutional partners.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You have recently completed or are in the process of completing a Bachelor’s degree with a demonstrable interest in one of Salzburg Global’s program areas OR academic experience in non-profit management or fundraising;
• You have demonstrable experience working with databases;
• You are enthusiastic about our mission;
• You have a can-do attitude, are able to multi-task, are proactive, and willing to work flexible hours according to the running program’s needs;
• You have excellent writing and communication skills in English, including editing skills;
• You thrive in culturally and professionally diverse environments;
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Experience working with Qualtrics, PowerBI and MAXQDA is preferable, but not required.

Note: German language skills are not required.

Salzburg Global is an equal opportunity employer. We aim to be an exemplary international institution in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion of our workforce. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds (including communities of color, the LGBT* community and people with disabilities) to apply and join us in our work.

Our Internship Program is specially designed for young professionals.

If you are under 18, sign up to our newsletter for upcoming internship opportunities and please wait for a couple of years before sending us your application.

If you are over 30 years old, please share the opportunity with your younger peers and consider applying for one of our programs instead.

Only applications completed via the online form will be considered.

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. 

Selected applicants will be asked to complete an interview call. 

All candidates, successful or otherwise, will be informed of the outcome of their application. No phone calls please.