Enter a job title or keyword

KIP Spring 2027 Development Intern Illinois Policy Institute

Stand Together

Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Weekly Salary: USD 5500 - 5500

Posted: 1 October 2026 (19 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 29 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Koch Internship Program(KIP) is a paid experiential learning program run by Stand Together Fellowships that offers professional development leadership training and meaningful work experience at non-profits tackling some of our nations most pressing policy challenges all over the United States. Early-career professionals including undergraduate/graduate/law students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Eligible candidates will be geographically located in and authorized to work in the United States through the duration of the program. Successful candidates will interview with both our non-profit partner organizations and Stand Together Fellowships staff so we strongly encourage you to begin theadmissions process early!

The Illinois Policy Institute is seeking highly motivated mission-aligned development intern to support our growing fundraising and external relations efforts. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to learn how a leading state-based think tank engages donors advances its mission and grows a world-class development program.

About the Role
The development intern will work closely with our development and external relations team to support donor research event preparation gift processing stewardship and strategic outreach. This role is ideal for students interested in public policy nonprofit leadership fundraising communications or relationship-driven work.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct donor and prospect research to support gift officer strategy
Assist with preparation of donor meetings briefing materials and follow-up communications
Support data entry gift acknowledgment and CRM maintenance
Help coordinate fundraising events roundtables and donor briefings
Draft and edit donor-facing materials including impact updates and organizational reports
Participate in team meetings and contribute to development strategy projects
Provide general support to the External Relations team as needed

Qualifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects
Professionalism discretion and a commitment to high-quality work
Interest in public policy nonprofit development communications or business
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Salesforce is a plus
Self-starter mindset and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment

What You Will Gain

Practical experience in nonprofit fundraising and donor relations
Exposure to strategic planning philanthropy and policy advocacy
Mentorship from seasoned development professionals
A strong portfolio of writing research and project work
The opportunity to meaningfully support an organization shaping policy and expanding freedom in Illinois

$5500 - $5500 a year

Stand Together Fellowships pays participants a stipend of either $7500 for full-time participants working approximately 32 hours per week at the partner organization or $5500 for part-time participants working approximately 24 hours per week at the partner organization. Attending the entirety of the online and on-site KIP programming is required for both full and part-time participants.

Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences perspectives knowledge and ideas fuels creativity broadens knowledge and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participantsand applicantswith honesty dignity respectand welcome all qualified applicants regardless ofcolorracereligionreligious creedsexgenderor gender identitygender expressionsexual orientation national origin citizenship ethnicity ancestry age physical disability mental disability medical condition pregnancy(including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions)military andveteran statusgenetic informationmaritalor familialstatus political affiliationor any other legallyrecognized protected basis under federal state or local laws regulations or ordinances.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Intern

Apply Now