2026 Internships - Development

ABOUT SALZBURG GLOBAL

Salzburg Global is where open-minded leaders from around the world gather for breakthrough conversations on pressing global issues.

Since 1947, our programs have worked to overcome barriers and open up a world of better possibilities – creating spaces where divergent voices can address the big challenges of our time.

We have gathered over 40,000 Fellows from 173 countries for more than 1,100 sessions that change the conversation on the pressing issues of our time.

That very first session brought together over 100 young Europeans and Americans – including veterans of the French resistance, survivors of Nazi concentration camps, prisoners of war, and former enemies.

They met at Schloss Leopoldskron, an Austrian palace that had been occupied by the Nazis in a country that was still under Allied military occupation. They wrestled with how diverse and fractured groups of people could come together and start creating the conditions for peace in the aftermath of World War II.

More than seventy-five years later, the challenges may be different, but our mission still carries that same founding spirit: to overcome barriers and open up a world of better possibilities.

We are supported by a combination of institutional partnerships, generous individual donations and revenue generated from our social enterprise, Schloss Leopoldskron.

We seek to be an exemplary international institution in terms of equity and environmental sustainability. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our work.  

ABOUT OUR INTERNSHIPS

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 start date for the Development Internship is available in:

• late September

Should your application be successful, we will provide the exact dates on completion of the 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 have excellent writing and communication skills in English, including editing skills

• You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

• Experience working with Qualtrics, PowerBI and MAXQDA is preferable, but not required

• 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 thrive in culturally and professionally diverse environments

Note: German language skills are not required.

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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees. 

Sustainable business practices are our highest priority in all areas. We encourage creative, equitable, and sustainable change and develop environmentally conscious and socially responsible practices at all levels. We believe that every team member plays a critical role in our journey toward sustainability. 

HOW TO APPLY

Only complete applications via the online form will be considered. A complete application will include a CV and a cover letter.

Selected applicants will be asked to complete an interview call. 

All candidates, successful or otherwise, will be informed of the outcome of their application.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to take phone calls or to answer individual questions by email.

Should you successfully be selected, you will receive a very detailed information package in due time.