Spring Development Fellow

Broadway Cares Development Fellowships About this Opportunity

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, in partnership with Spencer Ross, has created a comprehensive paid fellowship program for college juniors or seniors, recent college graduates, early career professionals or those in career transition interested in pursuing a career in nonprofit fundraising. The successful candidate will express a distinct interest in learning about and/or pursuing a career in nonprofit fundraising. Fellows will have the opportunity to learn in a highly collaborative setting, assisting in all areas of the Broadway Cares’ development team. Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Our goal is to attract qualified candidates and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, respect and integrity for all. Responsibilities include

- Research

- Writing

- Attending meetings

- Note-taking

- Data entry and reporting

- Relationship-building

- Event support

- Other administrative tasks We provide

- Regular one-on-one meetings with development fellowship coordinators

- Access to the entire development team to provide insight into all aspects of fundraising

- Access to fundraising workshops

- Mock interviews

- Individualized career mentorship, goal-setting, resume review and interview preparation

- Weekly stipend of $500

- Monthly Omny Schedule

Applicants should be prepared to work in-person in our Times Square office for 3 full days (10 am-6 pm) or 5 partial days (5 hours/day) during the work week. Additional nights/weekends may be requested depending on the event schedule. Fall, spring and summer semesters are available. One fellowship is available per session.

- Spring: January 11 - April 30, 2027 (deadline for submission: November 2, 2026) How to apply:

Applicants should send the following to with the subject “Development Fellowship - Your Name”:

- Resume

- Personal Statement: In a single page, share an experience that shaped your career path and explain why you are interested in this fundraising training program. Be sure to elaborate on your goals and what you hope to learn from this fellowship. Please indicate which semester(s) you are available.

- References: Three professional or academic references who can speak to your work ethic and career aspirations

Include name, title or connection to you, phone number, and email About Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is the philanthropic heart of the Broadway community. Money raised by Broadway Cares funds organizations across the country that provide lifesaving medication, healthy meals, counseling and emergency assistance for those in need and crisis. Broadway Cares is the single largest financial supporter of the Entertainment Community Fund, helping everyone in entertainment and the performing arts. Broadway Cares provides annual grants to more than 450 AIDS and family service organizations in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., providing lifesaving medication, healthy meals, counseling and emergency assistance. At times of crisis, Broadway Cares also awards one-time humanitarian grants to provide emergency aid across the US and around the world.