Intern Stewardship & Donor Relations
About the role
ABOUT US
SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact, is Canada's largest charitable funder of child health research, learning and care, raising over $200 million last year. As a national charity, SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH), the future of tailoring medicine to each child's unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better.
We are driven by our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, innovation, and inclusion, with goals of delivering an unmatched donor experience, investing in our people and culture, driving innovative and sustainable fundraising, and leading in digital charity.
SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do. We aim to build awareness and skills in this area, both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, positive work environment. For details on our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion commitment, please click here.
We’re committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. That’s why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Intern, Stewardship & Donor Relations.
Position Status: Temporary Full-Time (4 months)
This position is open to candidates who have recently graduated (recent graduates are considered individuals who have graduated from an accredited university or college within the last 36 months);
Available: January 2026
Description of the Position:
As the Stewardship & Donor Relations Intern, you will support the planning and execution of stewardship and recognition initiatives to celebrate donors and strengthen their engagement with SickKids. This role offers hands-on experience in donor relations, gift acknowledgment, event support, and data management, while collaborating across teams to elevate the donor experience.
You will:
- Support the delivery of stewardship and recognition activities for donors across all giving levels.
- Help prepare thank-you letters, reports, and other donor communications.
- Assist with organizing donor recognition opportunities.
- Maintain accurate donor information and records in the database.
- Collaborate with colleagues to gather stories and content that highlight donor impact.
- Provide general administrative and project support to the Stewardship & Donor Relations team.
- Contribute ideas to enhance the donor experience at SickKids Foundation.
Qualifications:
While we know that for any job posting no one candidate will possess the qualifications being sought in equal measure, below is an outline of the qualifications we believe are important for a candidate to bring to the position or for the successful candidate to develop while in the role:
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor’s degree program in Fundraising, Nonprofit Studies, Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
- Prior volunteer or internship experience in nonprofit, fundraising, or communications is an asset
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with attention to tone, detail, and donor sensitivity
- Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Comfort working with data, reporting, and donor databases (experience with CRM is a plus)
- Creative thinker with an interest in donor engagement, recognition, and impact storytelling
- Team player mindset; ability to collaborate across departments
- Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive donor information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with digital tools
We’re looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you, consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Total Compensation Package: $17.99 - $20.05/hour
Hours: 35-hour work week, hybrid work model (Tuesday and Wednesday in Office) Flexibility for additional days as required
Date Posted: October 17, 2025
Available: Internal and External Candidates
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Please apply on-line by visiting our website: www.sickkidsfoundation.com
SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents, capabilities, and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all, by valuing and respecting every individual, and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the BlackNorth Initiative’s CEO pledge, we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black, Indigenous, communities of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLBTQIA+ community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation’s community.
Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the People & Culture Department at: HR@sickkidsfoundation.com
About The Hospital for Sick Children
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is recognized as one of the world’s foremost paediatric health-care institutions and is Canada’s leading centre dedicated to advancing children’s health through the integration of patient care, research and education. Founded in 1875 and affiliated with the University of Toronto, SickKids is one of Canada’s most research-intensive hospitals and has generated discoveries that have helped children globally.
Its mission is to provide the best in complex and specialized family-centred care; pioneer scientific and clinical advancements; share expertise; foster an academic environment that nurtures health-care professionals; and champion an accessible, comprehensive and sustainable child health system.
SickKids is a founding member of Kids Health Alliance, a network of partners working to create a high quality, consistent and coordinated approach to paediatric health care that is centred around children, youth and their families.
SickKids is proud of its vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.™
Intern Stewardship & Donor Relations
About the role
ABOUT US
SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact, is Canada's largest charitable funder of child health research, learning and care, raising over $200 million last year. As a national charity, SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH), the future of tailoring medicine to each child's unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better.
We are driven by our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, innovation, and inclusion, with goals of delivering an unmatched donor experience, investing in our people and culture, driving innovative and sustainable fundraising, and leading in digital charity.
SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do. We aim to build awareness and skills in this area, both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, positive work environment. For details on our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion commitment, please click here.
We’re committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future. That’s why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Intern, Stewardship & Donor Relations.
Position Status: Temporary Full-Time (4 months)
This position is open to candidates who have recently graduated (recent graduates are considered individuals who have graduated from an accredited university or college within the last 36 months);
Available: January 2026
Description of the Position:
As the Stewardship & Donor Relations Intern, you will support the planning and execution of stewardship and recognition initiatives to celebrate donors and strengthen their engagement with SickKids. This role offers hands-on experience in donor relations, gift acknowledgment, event support, and data management, while collaborating across teams to elevate the donor experience.
You will:
- Support the delivery of stewardship and recognition activities for donors across all giving levels.
- Help prepare thank-you letters, reports, and other donor communications.
- Assist with organizing donor recognition opportunities.
- Maintain accurate donor information and records in the database.
- Collaborate with colleagues to gather stories and content that highlight donor impact.
- Provide general administrative and project support to the Stewardship & Donor Relations team.
- Contribute ideas to enhance the donor experience at SickKids Foundation.
Qualifications:
While we know that for any job posting no one candidate will possess the qualifications being sought in equal measure, below is an outline of the qualifications we believe are important for a candidate to bring to the position or for the successful candidate to develop while in the role:
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor’s degree program in Fundraising, Nonprofit Studies, Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
- Prior volunteer or internship experience in nonprofit, fundraising, or communications is an asset
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with attention to tone, detail, and donor sensitivity
- Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Comfort working with data, reporting, and donor databases (experience with CRM is a plus)
- Creative thinker with an interest in donor engagement, recognition, and impact storytelling
- Team player mindset; ability to collaborate across departments
- Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive donor information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with digital tools
We’re looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you, consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Total Compensation Package: $17.99 - $20.05/hour
Hours: 35-hour work week, hybrid work model (Tuesday and Wednesday in Office) Flexibility for additional days as required
Date Posted: October 17, 2025
Available: Internal and External Candidates
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Please apply on-line by visiting our website: www.sickkidsfoundation.com
SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents, capabilities, and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all, by valuing and respecting every individual, and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the BlackNorth Initiative’s CEO pledge, we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black, Indigenous, communities of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLBTQIA+ community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation’s community.
Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the People & Culture Department at: HR@sickkidsfoundation.com
About The Hospital for Sick Children
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is recognized as one of the world’s foremost paediatric health-care institutions and is Canada’s leading centre dedicated to advancing children’s health through the integration of patient care, research and education. Founded in 1875 and affiliated with the University of Toronto, SickKids is one of Canada’s most research-intensive hospitals and has generated discoveries that have helped children globally.
Its mission is to provide the best in complex and specialized family-centred care; pioneer scientific and clinical advancements; share expertise; foster an academic environment that nurtures health-care professionals; and champion an accessible, comprehensive and sustainable child health system.
SickKids is a founding member of Kids Health Alliance, a network of partners working to create a high quality, consistent and coordinated approach to paediatric health care that is centred around children, youth and their families.
SickKids is proud of its vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.™