Grant Development Intern

Grant Development Intern Job Posting

Department: Development / Advancement
Reports To: Development Director
Location: Hybrid
Duration: [10–12 weeks]
Hours: [10–20 hours per week]
Compensation: Paid $20/hour

Position Summary

The Grant Development Intern will support the organization’s fundraising efforts by assisting with grant research, proposal writing, and development operations. This internship provides hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising and an opportunity to contribute to securing funding that advances the organization’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Research prospective funders, including foundations, corporations, and government agencies
• Identify grant opportunities aligned with organizational programs and priorities
• Create a grants database to track grant opportunities
• Assist in drafting and editing grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports
• Compile and organize supporting materials (budgets, program descriptions, data)
• Maintain grant tracking systems, calendars, and deadlines
• Support reporting and compliance requirements for awarded grants
• Attend development team meetings and strategy sessions
• Work with Communications team and draft fundraising documents
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Learning Opportunities

Interns will gain experience in:

• Grant writing fundamentals and proposal development
• Funder research and relationship strategy
• Nonprofit fundraising operations
• Data storytelling and program impact
• Collaboration across program and development teams

Qualifications

Required:

• Current student or recent graduate in nonprofit management, public administration, communications, English, business, or related field
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Preferred:

• Interest in nonprofit development or fundraising
• Experience with research or writing projects
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

Key Competencies

• Written communication
• Analytical thinking
• Time management
• Initiative and curiosity
• Collaboration and professionalism

Work Environment

• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
• Flexible scheduling (within agreed-upon hours)
• Opportunity for hybrid or remote work (if applicable)

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in grant writing and nonprofit fundraising
• Professional mentorship and feedback
• Exposure to real grant proposals and funding strategies
• Networking opportunities within the nonprofit sector
• Potential for academic credit (if applicable)

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following to hr@disabilityrightsohio.org

• Resume
• Cover letter detailing interest in grant writing and nonprofit work
• Writing sample (academic or professional)