Development Intern

Inseparable•, DC

3d•Remote

About The Position

Inseparable is seeking a Development Intern for Spring 2027 to support fundraising, operations, and financial initiatives. The remote, part-time internship offers a college student hands-on experience contributing to work at the intersection of mental health and public policy. The schedule is 20 hours per week, with compensation of $25 per hour. The intern will support development operations and fundraising, finance and operations, and donor research and stewardship. The position is open to students who have completed high school or its equivalent and are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Inseparable encourages applications from people passionate about advancing mental health equity and gaining hands-on experience in policy and advocacy.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to maintain organized, error-free data, trackers, and reports.
Strong written communication skills and comfort drafting and editing proposals, donor materials, and internal documents.
Analytical and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify process gaps, streamline systems, and manage data effectively.
Strong research skills, including gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing information on potential donors, partners, and funding opportunities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, with experience managing spreadsheets and tracking tools.
Storytelling ability and talent for drafting compelling, donor-centered content.
Organized and reliable, with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
Discreet and professional in handling sensitive donor and financial information with integrity.
Genuine interest in mental health advocacy, philanthropy, or public policy.
Completed high school or its equivalent, such as a GED, and currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update fundraising trackers, donor databases, grant calendars, and pipelines to keep information accurate and actionable.
Support fundraising operations, including data entry, donor acknowledgments, and coordination across Inseparable's c3, c4, and PAC entities.
Assist in drafting, editing, and submitting foundation grant proposals and reports.
Review development workflows and recommend ways to streamline tracking, reporting, and internal processes.
Conduct benchmarking and process-improvement projects to strengthen fundraising systems, data integrity, and reporting practices.
Coordinate across Development, Finance, and Operations on timelines, reporting, and compliance.
Track fundraising-related financial activity, including monitoring revenue against projections and maintaining internal reporting tools.
Help prepare internal financial summaries and documentation to support leadership decision-making.
Support budget-related projects connected to development and donor-funded initiatives.
Review payables and contracts.
Assist the Vice President of Finance with special projects to strengthen internal financial processes.
Research individual, foundation, and corporate donor prospects to expand and refine the fundraising pipeline.
Support donor stewardship through thank-you notes, event follow-up, and impact reporting.
Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and presentations for donor meetings and events.
Contribute to donor-facing communications, including newsletters, donor spotlights, and campaign materials.
Assist with logistics and follow-up for special events and fundraising campaigns.