Donor Relations Intern
Who We Are
Job Description
About This Role
Love people, the arts, and making a difference? The Donor Relations Internship offers hands-on experience in donor relations and nonprofit fundraising, and offers a glimpse behind the scenes into an arts charity and how it operates.
As our Donor Relations Intern, you’ll be part of the Business Development team, helping us look after the community of supporters who make the Singapore International Film Festival possible. From sending a warm thank-you note to welcoming a major donor at a VIP reception, you’ll learn what genuine relationship-building looks like in the arts and culture space — and why it matters.
This is a people-first role. While we value candidates with previous work experience in donor relations or nonprofit fundraising, we also welcome candidates with diverse work experience who care about making people feel valued in a creative, purpose-driven environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
Donor Communications & Benefit Fulfilment
- Help plan and send donor emails — from festival updates to fundraising appeals — making sure the tone feels right for different supporters
- Respond to incoming donor enquiries during our peak donations period, and liaise with the Donor Management System team to troubleshoot issues with the guidance of the team
- Draft thank-you letters and updates that connect donors to the real-world impact of their giving.
- Assist in preparing and distributing donor passes, invitations, goodie bags, and merchandise.
- Keep track of what’s been sent, collected, and confirmed across donor tiers.
- Handle all donor information with care and in line with our data protection guidelines.
Events & Hospitality
- Be a warm, professional point of contact at donor receptions, VIP screenings and exclusive events, representing SGIFF with care and discretion.
- Help with guest management, reserved seating and on-site logistics.
Post-Festival
- Help gather donor feedback and document key observations to inform future planning.
- Contribute to end-of-cycle reporting for the team.
What We’re Looking For
- Pursuing or recently completed a Diploma in Arts Management, Communications, Marketing, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
- Strong written and spoken English; other languages are a bonus.
- Comfortable with Google Suite or Microsoft Office; experience with any CRM is a plus but not required.
- Organised and reliable — you follow through, meet deadlines, and flag issues early.
- At ease interacting with a wide range of people, from first-time donors to senior patrons.
- A genuine interest in the arts, culture, or the nonprofit sector.
Period of Engagement: 1 July – 30 November 2026
Working Arrangements: Hybrid. During festival period and events, more on-site presence will be required.
How to Apply
Send your CV, a photo, two references, and a link to your portfolio or past work samples (if applicable)Â by 31 May 2026. We review applications on a rolling basis, so earlier is better!
In line with Singapore’s hiring guidelines, preference will be given to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who meet this requirement.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview.
