Development Intern- Corporate & Foundation Relations

Father Bills & Mainspring • Brockton, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Development Intern will support Father Bill’s & MainSpring’s fundraising efforts through research, writing, and project support focused on corporate and foundation partners. This role is designed for students looking to gain hands-on, resume-building experience in nonprofit development, fundraising strategy, and grant writing.

Working closely with the Corporate & Foundation Relations Gift Officer, the intern will learn how nonprofits identify funding opportunities, build donor pipelines, and develop proposals that secure critical resources for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
• Must be 18 years of age
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Reliable transportation to allow for opportunities to visit service sites
• Desire to learn new software systems

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate or graduate students (or recent grads) interested in nonprofit work, fundraising, communications, public policy, or business
• Strong writers and researchers who enjoy digging into information and making it clear and useful
• Organized, detail-oriented individuals who can manage multiple tasks
• Students looking for flexible, real-world experience that builds transferable skills
• Anyone interested in making an impact in the community and supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness

Responsibilities

• Research corporations, foundations, and individuals to identify potential funding partners
• Create short, easy-to-read prospect profiles summarizing key insights (giving history, interests, capacity)
• Help identify new funding opportunities aligned with FBMS programs
• Support proposal and report development (drafting sections, formatting, assembling materials)
• Assist with tracking deadlines and maintaining organized records in the donor database
• Participate in team meetings and learn how fundraising strategies are developed
• Support Development Operations with mailings, gift processing, and seasonal support, as needed
• Support special projects and events as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED