Membership Assistant Summer Intern in Newport, Rhode Island at The Preservation Society of Newport County/Newport Mansions

The Membership Assistant Summer Intern will provide administrative and customer service support to the Membership team, assisting with day-to-day operations that sustain and strengthen member engagement. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual interested in nonprofit operations, fundraising, or arts and cultural organizations. The intern will gain hands-on experience in membership services, donor communications, and nonprofit administration.

• Assist the Membership team with phone calls, emails, and written correspondence to current and prospective members
• Support membership mailings, including preparation, assembly, and tracking of materials
• Provide administrative support related to membership renewals, updates, and records
• Help maintain accurate member data and assist with basic database clean-up or updates under staff supervision
• Respond to routine member inquiries or route questions appropriately
• Support general office and administrative tasks for the Membership team as needed
• Assist with special projects or seasonal initiatives related to membership and advancement activities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional and friendly phone manner Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• · Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proficiency with basic office technology (email, spreadsheets, document preparation)
• Interest in nonprofit organizations, fundraising, membership programs, or customer service