Program Development Intern
About The Position
The Program Development Intern will support food security fundraising initiatives by conducting proactive research, identifying new funding opportunities, and assisting with the development of grant pipelines and prospect tracking systems. This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to nonprofit fundraising strategy, with a particular emphasis on food access, community nutrition, and food security programs. The internship intentionally aligns with the nonprofit fundraising calendar, with summer months representing the most intensive period due to a high volume of grant opportunities, RFP releases, and foundation deadlines. The intern will play a critical role in helping the organization stay ahead of opportunities through consistent, structured, and forward-looking research.
Requirements
- Enrolled in a master’s (preferred) or undergraduate program with a focus on Public Health, Social Work, Food Justice, or relevant field.
- Strong interest in nonprofit fundraising, program development, or food security
- Excellent research, organization, and time‑management skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
- Strong written communication and attention to detail
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with social justice, food access, or community‑based programs preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct proactive fundraising research focused on food security, nutrition access, and community-based food programs
- Identify and track foundation, corporate, and government funding opportunities, including deadlines, eligibility criteria, and funding priorities
- Maintain and update fundraising research trackers, calendars, and prospect lists
- Support the program development team with early-stage grant preparation, including summarizing RFPs, drafting opportunity briefs, and compiling background materials
- Monitor seasonal funding trends and help anticipate upcoming opportunities, particularly during peak summer grant cycles
- Assist with additional food security fundraising tasks as needed, including data gathering, impact research, and donor landscape analysis
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
