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Job Description - DEVELOPMENT Summer 2026 Internship


2026 SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY - DEVELOPMENT
 
The John Michael Kohler Arts Center, a nationally acclaimed visual and performing arts complex in Sheboygan, WI, is seeking a summer intern development Intern who is curious, organized, and ready to engage both behind the scenes and in the public eye.

This position blends hands-on event support with practical experience in data management and nonprofit operations, offering a well-rounded view of how development work supports a mission-driven arts organization


What You’ll Do
       Data & Administrative Support
  • Assist with donor and membership data maintenance, organization, and clean-up
  • Support accurate record-keeping within the Arts Center’s donor database
  • Help prepare materials for mailings, acknowledgements, and stewardship efforts
  • Gain exposure to nonprofit data practices and development workflows
        Event Support & Community Engagement
  • Assist with Development’s presence at major public events, including the Levitt AMP Sheboygan Music Series and the Midsummer Festival of the Arts
  • Help staff and organize information booths alongside Development and Marketing teams
  • Welcome visitors, answer basic questions, and support membership and donor engagement efforts
  • Serve as a flexible extra set of hands, helping with setup, breakdown, organizing materials, carrying supplies, and acting as a runner as needed
  • Support behind-the-scenes event preparation, logistics, and follow-up
What We’re Looking For
  • Interest in nonprofit work, the arts, fundraising, or data management
  • Pursuing a degree in one of the following areas: Arts Administration, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Data Analytics/Information Systems, Event Management/Hospitality, and Liberal Arts/Humanities
  • Comfort interacting with the public and representing the Arts Center in a welcoming, professional way
  • Strong attention to detail and a respect for accuracy and confidentiality
  • Willingness to jump in, problem-solve, and help where needed 
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Reliability, flexibility, and a positive, grounded presence
What You’ll Gain
  • Hands-on experience in a professional, nonprofit development department
  • Exposure to donor relations, membership programs, and fundraising events
  • Insight into how data supports mission-driven work
  • Meaningful engagement with the Arts Center’s audiences and community
  • Mentorship and practical experience that translate across nonprofit and arts careers
Summer 2026 Internship Dates 
June 2 August 21 (may be flexible); 

            29 hours a week, including some nights and weekends.  
Required dates: June 6, July 4, July 17 – 19

This is a paid internship.  Interns may also be eligible to receive course credit for this internship through their school, but it is the intern's responsibility to pursue this option through their school or university. 

Application Instructions 
To be considered for an internship, please submit resume and cover letter. Cover letter should include dates applicant is available, what skills, abilities, and experiences the candidate brings to the position, and how the internship relates to candidate’s long-term goals. 

Applications received by February 16, 2026, will be given first consideration. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.  


The John Michael Kohler Arts Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


 

The John Michael Kohler Arts Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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