Data Engagement Intern, Asian Community Fund

Department: Philanthropy

Reports To: Program and Development Manager, ACF

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt      FTE: >.5

Supervises: None 

Hybrid Schedule (subject to change): In-office 1 day a week either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Remote work usually Monday and Friday. Available for in-person community convenings and events during evening or weekends as needed.

Position Budgeted: $25/hr

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Position Summary

Working in the Asian Community Fund (ACF) and Asian Business Empowerment Council (ABEC) this position supports the Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) community by assisting in developing resources, engaging in events, research and outreach, and more over the 2024-2025 academic year. This intern will lead efforts to build out a database of AAPI businesses, nonprofits, and arts & culture organizations across the state. Duties may include print communications, email campaigns, and database management for the purpose of building a rich community of AAPI businesses, nonprofits, and resources, across Massachusetts. 

This role will work in a hybrid environment (see above) with a mix of in-office and virtual work for a total of 10-15 hours per week for 16 weeks as follows: 

Spring Semester: 16 weeks. Mid-January through Mid-May.

Essential Functions 

  • Support the development of a database of AAPI nonprofits and small businesses in Massachusetts;
  • Help maintain and update ACF and ABEC general contacts, donors, and partners lists;
  • Help maintain and update ABEC’s small business resource provider database and materials, ensuring content is accurate and up to date;
  • Research as applicable for database outreach;
  • Support data integration and report generation in Salesforce;
  • Support ACF and ABEC’s social media channels by interacting with followers, building our following, and analyzing metrics;
  • Assist with the launch of the AAPI Arts & Culture Collaborative, including logistics and initiatives;
  • Event support as needed, including the inaugural gala and other community evenings; and
  • Assistance with the creation and launch of the ACF & ABEC website.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Individuals assigned to this position may perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications 

Preparation, Knowledge, Previous Experience:

  • High school completion, or equivalent experience; and
  • Experience conducting academic research, or equivalent experience.

Skills, Abilities, Competencies:

  • Strong attention to detail; 
  • Experience working with data;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills;
  • Proficiency in Google Sheets or Excel;
  • Familiarity with CRM database systems (e.g., Salesforce) is a plus;
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment; and
  • Cultural competency, strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact well with a diverse range of people. 


Working Conditions & Physical Demands:   

  • Ability to work at workstation for long periods of time;  
  • Ability to use a computer keyboard for extended periods of time; and 
  • Ability to work on-site and remotely, as required.


About the Asian Community Fund and the Asian Business Empowerment Council:

The Asian Community Fund (ACF) at the Boston Foundation is the first and only philanthropic fund in Massachusetts dedicated to the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. ACF is a permanent resource designed to galvanize and unite the diverse ethnicities within our community, incubate new partnerships, and build a stronger advocacy voice.

The Asian Business Empowerment Council (ABEC) – an initiative of the Asian Community Fund – serves as a platform to increase economic power within the AAPI business community and to address systemic disparities that limit business ownership, growth, and sustainability. ABEC aims to coordinate and unify a vibrant community of business owners, entrepreneurs, service providers, and advocates to build a strong collective voice for the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) business community across Massachusetts. 

The content is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job.  It is not intended to constitute an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act or applicable state law, must be able to perform the essential functions of the job (including those listed above) either with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodation, if any, will be determined by management in consultation with the employee on a case-by-case basis.

This job description is intended to be general and may be revised from time to time.  At management’s discretion, the employee may be assigned different or additional duties from time to time.