About the Role:
The Grant Writing Intern will assist Thaddeus Resource Center’s Development team by researching and identifying potential grant funders, writing and submitting grant proposals, and assisting with grant application completion. The intern will be instrumental in expanding community outreach and engagement and will assist in obtaining funding for services and initiatives that support the organization’s mission. In addition, the intern may help with the creation of fundraising materials, impact reports, and other written content to support Thaddeus Resource Center initiatives.
The Grant Writing Intern will receive direct supervision from the Development Manager under the Development Department and will work in a self-organized team setting within the Community Engagement Committee.
This internship is unpaid but is eligible for academic or course credit if approved by your educational institution.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in locating and investigating possible federal, private, and public grant funding sources.
- Gather and organize relevant background information for grant proposals.
- Create, revise, and arrange strong funding requests and grant applications.
- Assist with grant applications by tracking deliverables and ensuring deadline compliance.
- Maintain grant tracking systems to monitor deadlines, submissions and follow-ups.
- Ensure that all reporting requirements for grants are met, and that funders receive accurate and timely submissions.
- Participate in with writing impact reports and donor communications to highlight the effectiveness of funded programs.
- Provide administrative support to the development team by keeping databases up to date and updating funding records.
- Contribute in developing grant-related promotional materials for community engagement, such as newsletters, website content, and social media posts.
- Ensure that all written materials align with the Thaddeus Resource Center’s mission, vision, and values as a nonprofit organization.
- Engage in our Buddy System after you’ve integrated and serve as a mentor or point of contact for newly hired interns as they go through the onboarding and induction process.
Qualifications:
Required
- Pursuing an undergraduate degree in English, Writing, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or a related field, or have an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Ability to write clear, structured, and persuasive proposals tailored to different funders
- Strong research, writing, and editing skills with excellent attention to detail
- Self-motivated and adaptable with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with Thaddeus Resource Center staff and external stakeholders
- Commitment to Thaddeus Resource Center’s mission, vision, and values
Preferred:
- Experience in grant writing or nonprofit fundraising
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Experience working, volunteering, and/or writing for a nonprofit organization
- Published written work is a plus
- Knowledge of grant writing processes within Los Angeles County (highly preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, OneNote, 8×8 Work, and Adobe Creative Suite (especially Adobe Acrobat DC
Learning Objectives
- Interns will gain proficiency in researching and identifying potential grant funding sources.
- Interns will develop foundational skills in writing and editing contracts, company newsletters, and blogs.
- Interns will acquire practical experience in networking through community outreach and company-related events.
- Interns will build a basic understanding of the nonprofit sector.
- Interns will gain an understanding of the overall process involved in creating grant proposals.
Time Commitment
- You will attend the All-Staff meeting every Tuesday from 9 AM – 10 AM PST
You will attend the Development Department meeting every Thursday from 10am-12pm PST - Must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week
- Must be able to commit to 1 year for the internship
Advantages
- Flexible scheduling for school and works
- Gaining essential writing, research and editing skills
- Having networking opportunities to connect with other professionals in the nonprofit and funding sector
- Developing skills for different roles in various sectors
- Building resume and being able to explore career options