Position title: Prospect Research Intern

Reports to: Prospect Management Senior Associate

Location: Remote

Duration: 2-3 months with ability to extend

Status: Part Time (10-20 hours per week)

Compensation: $18/hour

The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Prospect Research Fellow to join our team. The Prospect Research Fellow will play a crucial role in supporting our fundraising efforts by conducting thorough research on potential donors. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in political non-profit fundraising while contributing to J Street’s mission.

Responsibilities May Include:

• Conduct comprehensive research on individuals, corporations, and foundations to identify prospects for major gifts, sponsorships, and partnerships.
• Evaluate and analyze philanthropic history and political affiliations of potential donors and partners.
• Create detailed profiles and briefings for use by senior leadership and development officers in cultivating relationships and making solicitation strategies.
• Collaborate with the development team to prioritize and segment prospects based on capacity and inclination to give.
• Providing assistance with other tasks as needed

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Strong interest in and understanding of political advocacy and non-profit fundraising.
• Excellent research skills with experience in prospect research or related fields preferred.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize large amounts of information quickly and accurately.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in using databases, internet research tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

More about J Street

J Street is the political home for pro-Israel, pro-peace Americans working for the future of Israel as the democratic homeland of the Jewish people. The organization believes that preserving Israel’s Jewish and democratic character depends on achieving a two-state solution, resulting in a Palestinian state living alongside Israel in peace and security.

J Street focuses its work in three main areas: (1) Advocating and demonstrating support for pro-Israel, pro-peace policies in Congress, the media and the Jewish community; (2) Endorsing and raising money for federal candidates who share J Street’s agenda; and (3) Educating the public and raising awareness of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the two-state solution.

Compensation and Time Commitment

This part-time internship is paid $18/hour. Fellows can expect to work 10-20 hours per week.

Physical Requirements

There are no extraordinary physical requirements for the performance of the essential functions of this position. J Street will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

To Apply

We are excited to receive applications from a broad range of applicants as we grow our organization to better reflect the diversity of the communities that care about our mission. Please submit the items listed below:

1. Resume
2. List of two to three references

Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as quickly as possible.

At J Street we value an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to understanding and valuing each other’s perspectives at all levels of the organization thereby creating a culture that allows us to better serve our employees, and the communities we work with. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment and internship, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.