Grant Writing

The Grant Writing Intern researches institutional funders and drafts the documents that request their support. This role produces the single most portable writing sample in the program: a completed, submitted funding application.

Core Duties

• Research foundations and institutional funders for alignment, giving history, and eligibility.
• Maintain the grants calendar including deadlines, reporting dates, and renewal cycles.
• Draft letters of inquiry, concept papers, and full proposal narratives.
• Compile required attachments, budgets, and supporting documentation.
• Verify that every claim in an application is accurate and substantiated.
• Draft interim and final grant reports on funded work.
• Maintain the grants library of past applications, language, and outcomes.
• Track submitted applications and decision status.

Role-Specific Qualifications

• Strong writing sample required; structured or research writing preferred.
• Ability to write persuasively inside rigid format and word-count constraints.
• Comfort with deadlines that are set externally and absolutely fixed.
• Detail orientation sufficient to assemble complete, compliant application packages.

Standard Qualifications — All Internships

• Current enrollment in an accredited college or university; eligible for the Federal Work Study Program where applicable.
• Senior in high school, recent high school graduate, or GED equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and general computer literacy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor.
• Discretion with confidential and pre-release information; adherence to all organizational policies, including confidentiality, data handling, and workplace safety standards.
• Prior office or customer service experience is a plus but not required.