Marketing and Fundraising Internship in Peru

Develop a broad marketing skill set promoting the crucial work being done for Cusco’s most vulnerable young people

The organization’s core mission is to support young girls from extremely poor, single-parent families to become independent, successful individuals. Their scholarship program is targeted at those girls who, in spite of negative socio-economic factors placed on them, are capable of achieving their full potential.

Much of the work that the organization does relies on charitable contributions and donations to cover their yearly expenses and running costs. They set up a USA based organization, based in Oregon, that has 501 status with its own board of directors. As a marketing and fundraising intern, you’ll work directly with the USA board members and the program director to help design and implement an effective marketing and fundraising strategy to raise vital funds for the NGO.

Learning objectives:

Gain practical work experience in marketing, fundraising, and communications
Develop an understanding of marketing tools and strategies within the NGO sector
Build up a wealth of skills using online platforms and digital tools surrounding content creation and marketing
Help make strategic decisions regarding budget and programs
Develop a portfolio of work created across different platforms and channels to show future employers
Gain international work experience in the nonprofit sector

ORGANIZATION

Chaska is a psychology-based program that works to break the cycle of poverty and gender inequality across Cusco, Peru. Girls from extremely poor, single-parent families who demonstrate great potential are identified through in-depth interviews and psychological testing and are selected to join the program each year. The program is built upon three pillars of support: financial, educational, and emotional; through assisting with extra classes, delivering workshops on key social issues, as well as providing healthy meals and other financial support, this nonprofit helps the girls gain the tools to thrive as healthy, independent and successful individuals.

TASKS & REQUIREMENTS

As a marketing and fundraising intern, you’ll work closely with board members of Chaska USA to plan and implement effective marketing and fundraising strategies. Your main goal will be to promote their work both locally and globally, connecting the organization with crucial support and raising awareness in the community of the region. This may involve heading up your own fundraising initiatives, helping to make strategic decisions regarding budgeting, creating content for social media and other online platforms, or expanding partnerships with supporting organizations.

You’ll be based in Cusco, Peru’s oldest inhabited city nestled within the Andean mountains, where you’ll be mentored by the program director, as well as given the opportunity to devise and lead your own projects.

What you’ll do

The key tasks for interns in this program will be:

Work directly with the program director and the USA board members to promote the organization’s work
Plan and implement effective marketing, fundraising, and communication strategies
Assist in areas such as website design and social media content creation
Help make strategic decisions regarding budget
Carry out fundraising research (e.g. looking for funding opportunities and partnerships), help prepare/write funding proposals and grant applications
Communicate with various donors to elevate the organization’s profile and raise vital funds
There is lots of space for personal initiatives, as long as they are in line with the program’s objectives

Requirements

Education or background in marketing, fundraising, and communications, or a subject-related field
A passion for community development and education
Independent, proactive, creative thinker
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good understanding of English, Dutch or, Spanish
Must be over 20 years of age
Minimum commitment of 8 weeks (may be completed in Cusco or remotely if preferred)

WHERE YOU’LL STAY

Interns stay in one of two apartments, each with three bedrooms. Each apartment has a well-equipped kitchen where interns can prepare and eat meals together (there is also the option to eat a nutritious, homemade lunch with the girls), a living area, and a shared bathroom, and come with electricity, WiFi, and filtered drinking water. The apartments are located in a safe area of Cusco, South America’s oldest inhabited city, steeped in culture and tradition.

The city, famed as the gateway to the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, is a wonderful melting pot of Incan majesty, Andean baroque, and a cosmopolitan shopping and eating scene. With endless temples and ruins to explore, quaint cobblestone streets lined with textile boutiques, and traditionally-dressed women walking their pet llamas, your senses will be heightened at every turn.

DATES & RATES

Internship start and end dates are flexible and will be discussed with your during the selection process.

What you’ll pay (2023 rates)

2 months USD 1,463
3 months USD 1,881
4 months USD 2,299
5 months USD 2,717
6 months USD 3,135

Remote internship: USD 525

What you are paying for:

Careful matchmaking. It takes time to find the right internship for each person, and we take this process very seriously.
Initial interview with one of our team to gauge your skills, interests, and desired learning outcomes.
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure
Shared apartment access to WIFI and well-equipped kitchen
Lunch from Monday to Friday (optional)
Assistance with your visa arrangement & other preparations
An orientation program with your supervisor
Supervision and support during your internship
Regular check-ins and feedback from your supervisor.
Access to workshops with a focus on career development
Troubleshooting if needed
A reference letter at the end of your internship

Excludes:

Flights
Visa, medical and travel insurance costs for the duration of your placement – must include cover for repatriation
Electricity bill is split between you and your house mates
Meals (note that from Monday to Friday you can have lunch with the girls)
Drinks, snacks, and items of personal nature (f.e. curios, gifts, clothing)
Costs for additional excursions or activities

QUICK FACTS

	Cusco, Peru OR Remote
	Gender Equality NGO
	Marketing, Fundraising, Strategy, Communications
	Min. 8 Weeks
	From USD 1,463 (in-person) / USD 525 (remote)

INTERNSHIP HIGHLIGHTS

Gain a wealth of expertise in marketing, fundraising, and communications within the nonprofit sector
Benefit from the expert mentorship of the program director
Build a wide and varied portfolio of content and copy in a variety of different platforms and channels
Make a positive impact on the country’s youth and the wider community
Travel to the magnificent ruins of Machu Picchu set in the middle of a tropical mountain forest
Improve your Spanish language skills
Complete your internship remotely or in person

2 MONTHS USD 1,463
3 MONTHS USD 1,881
4 MONTHS USD 2,299
5 MONTHS USD 2,717

See Detailed Rates

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HOW TO APPLY

If you’re ready to apply for this internship, here’s what to do:

APPLY

Fill in the application form (it will show in a new screen) which includes sharing your CV to us

SPEAK WITH AN ADVISOR

We’ll set up a call with you to go through your application.

INTERNSHIP MATCHING

If we feel it’s a good match, we’ll set up a call between you and the supervisor for this internship.

PAYMENT

If everyone’s happy, we’ll provisionally confirm your placement! We’ll then send you the invoice for the deposit, getting started with the booking process and all the info you need.

CONFIRMATION

Only once we receive payment of the deposit your placement will be confirmed.

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