Fundraising Internship (Fixed -Term)

HOME


Job Summary

We are looking for an intern to join HOME as part of our Fundraising Internship, where you will support the team to nurture & develop relationships with existing & prospective funders while also assisting with the writing & design of reports around HOME’s work and the impact of funders’ contribution

Job Description

The Fundraising Internship is an opportunity for anybody interested in the arts, fundraising, producing or arts administration to learn all about fundraising in the arts.

Learning how to fundraise is an important skill. All projects in the arts – from theatre productions to art exhibitions, vital community projects to artist training and development – require funding to happen. Fundraising also offers transferable skills in creative writing, research, relationship building and management, and event management. This role has been designed to give an overview of the Development (fundraising) team at HOME. You will support the team to nurture and develop relationships with existing and prospective funders, assist with the writing and design of inspiring reports thanking supporters for their contributions, be trained in application writing for grants and write at least one yourself, support with prospect research and undertake further research projects. By the end of the internship, you will have a good understanding of different roles in arts fundraising and learn some foundational skills for you to utilise in the future.

Job Requirements

Essential

An interest in fundraising in a charitable sector
Willingness to learn and ask questions
Respectful and inclusive approach
Willingness to work collaboratively with a wide
range of people
Willingness to take initiative and respond calmly under pressure
Positive and solutions-focussed
Experience in drafting copy for a targeted audience, for example
an application for an education opportunity or job
Strong research skills
Demonstrable ability to learn new skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records
Clear verbal and written communication
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Punctual and dependable

Desirable

Interest in Theatre/ Film/ Visual art
An interest in community engagement and/or artist development
Experience in assisting with the coordination of events

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Fundraising Internship (Fixed -Term)
  • Salary: Under £10K
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Combined arts
  • Role: Fundraising
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Mon, 27 Apr 2026

  • Location:

    North West

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Job: Fundraising Internship (Fixed -Term)

Job: Fundraising Internship (Fixed -Term)

Organisation: HOME

Postcode: M15 4FN

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