Business & Administrative Internship: 5/14 Memorial Foundation
Gain valuable real-world experience while making a difference in the Buffalo community. Through this internship with the 5/14 Memorial Foundation, Canisius students can apply classroom knowledge to meaningful projects, develop professional skills and explore careers in nonprofit leadership, public administration and community development.
Internship Details
- Organization: 5/14 Memorial Foundation, Inc.
- Location: Buffalo, NY (Hybrid: Virtual/In-Person)
- Time Commitment: Part-time, 10–20 hours per week
- Duration: Semester-based or flexible, with potential to extend
- Compensation: Academic credit encouraged where available
About the 5/14 Memorial Foundation
The 5/14 Memorial Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing and stewarding the 5/14 Living Memorial and Healing Center on Buffalo's East Side. The Foundation leads fundraising, development, community engagement and long-term programming focused on healing, education, creative expression and community empowerment.
What You'll Do
As a Business & Administrative Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting the daily operations of a mission-driven nonprofit organization. Working alongside Foundation staff, you may contribute to:
- Administrative operations: Organize records, prepare documents, coordinate meetings and support office activities.
- Business management: Maintain databases, track expenses, assist with financial documentation and prepare board materials.
- Fundraising and development: Research prospective donors, maintain donor records and help prepare fundraising materials.
- Communications and outreach: Assist with newsletters, website updates, social media and community engagement.
- Project and event coordination: Support public meetings, community events, fundraisers and related logistics.
What You'll Learn
This internship provides practical experience in:
- Nonprofit management, governance and board relations
- Fundraising strategy and donor engagement
- Community development and social impact initiatives
- Project management and organizational operations
Interns will work closely with the Executive Director and Foundation staff, receiving mentorship, professional guidance and responsibilities aligned with their academic interests and experience.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for organized, dependable students interested in nonprofit leadership, community development or public service.
Students studying Political Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, Urban Studies, Social Work, Finance or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Ideal candidates should be comfortable using basic office software, working independently and collaborating with a team.
How to Apply
Interested students should submit a resume and brief statement of interest to @email.